Topic: sexual harassment
Cayman’s shipping registry issues warning over sexual harassment
Reports of sexual harassment have experienced a "concerning" rise aboard Cayman-registered vessels, as the shipping registry reinforces its zero-tolerance stance.
Cayman passes law to clamp down on sexual harassment
A total of 15 MPs backed the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill at its third reading at Thursday's session of Parliament, with three members absent.
Politicians still reviewing delayed Sexual Harassment Bill
For the second time this year, Wayne Panton has asked government through parliamentary questions for an update on the Sexual Harassment Bill he piloted when he was premier.
Salon stabbing conviction thrown out following inappropriate messages from lawyer
The discovery of messages of a sexual nature sent by a lawyer to a female client, who claims he failed to properly prepare and present her case after she declined his advances, has resulted in the Court of Appeal overturning her conviction.
Draft Sexual Harassment Bill under public scrutiny
The second round of public consultations on the long-awaited draft Sexual Harassment Bill began on Tuesday, 15 Aug. with a town hall meeting at George Town Public Library.
Sexual Harassment Bill moves to next round of public consultation
Public consultation on Cayman's long-awaited sexual harassment legislation will begin 15 Aug. and the group that has pushed for the law for more than a decade is calling for community support to get it on the law books.
Police warn of motorist sexually harassing women
Police are investigating three separate reports of a driver sexually harassing female pedestrians in George Town.
Premier unveils long-awaited sexual harassment bill
More than a decade-and-a-half after Cayman's Business and Professional Women's Club began campaigning for sexual harassment legislation, a bill has finally been written.
Assault survivor starts 4-marathon challenge
On 3 Jan. this year, Oddy Grullon’s life changed in an instant when she was assaulted while on a morning run. Now she is turning her trauma into triumph for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre in the hope it will help her to heal as well.
Premier aims for Sexual Harassment Act by third quarter
The PACT government will mark its first year in office later this month, but at least one box on their to-do list will remain unticked, that of the long-awaited Sexual Harassment Act which is not heading to Parliament until later this year.
Mother assaulted in library car park
Mother-of-one Lena (not her real name) said she always felt safe here, but on 23 Feb., that all changed when she said she was sexually assaulted in broad daylight outside the public library in George Town while her 5-month-old baby was at her side.
Police turn to Protection Orders to safeguard abuse victims
Police have begun using court-issued Protection Orders to keep domestic violence offenders away from their victims, in cases where the abused individuals cannot or will not apply for such an order themselves.
Premier Panton vows to revive sexual harassment legislation
Premier Wayne Panton has vowed to bring legislation dealing with sexual harassment to parliament within the next year.
Sexual harassment: An action plan for a better Cayman
Over the past month, the Cayman Compass has shone a light on the issue of sexual harassment in these islands.
Guest column: ‘As girls, we are taught to stay silent’
Cayman has a responsibility to create a safer society for young people coming into the working world, argues Compass guest columnist Aleigha General.
Teen students join call for sexual-harassment awareness
Although they are a few years shy of entering the world of work, Cayman International School students Somerset Lovett, Rosana Stroh and Lily Foster are hoping, by the time they get there, things will be different for women.
HR professionals on the front lines of sexual harassment battle
There is no legislation that compels employers in Cayman to have sexual harassment policies, let alone hold training sessions or workshops for staff.
Police: Sexual harassment likely ‘under-reported’ in Cayman
Police believe sexual harassment is significantly under-reported in the Cayman Islands with just 13 offences recorded in the last year.
The 16-year battle for sexual harassment legislation
Cayman may have a ready-made solution to some of the sexual-harassment concerns highlighted in a Compass special report over the past month, in the form of a draft law that has been on the books for nearly a decade.
The Issue Explained: How legislation could combat sexual harassment
The Sexual Harassment Bill 2012 sought to address some of the issues experienced by women, and in some cases men, in the Cayman community. Here we look at how the law would work.
Five stories of sexual harassment and abuse in the workplace in Cayman
We interviewed five women who have faced different levels of harassment, exploitation, assault and abuses of power in workplaces around Cayman.
Sexism, harassment and indecent proposals in the legal profession
Amy was in a senior position at a small law firm when one of the partners invited her out to lunch to “discuss her future prospects”.
Harassment the norm, say female bartenders
On an almost-daily basis female bartenders in Grand Cayman say they are harassed, groped and offered money for sex by male customers.
Deflecting the unwanted attention of an older boss
As an 18-year-old, Sarah didn’t necessarily see the over-friendly behaviour of her much-older boss as sexual harassment.
Harrowing experience leaves mum’s life in limbo
Three days into her entry-level job at a local firm, Katerina says she was approached by a supervisor with an unusual question.
Pursued and assaulted by respected colleague
As a young woman arriving in the Cayman Islands from overseas, Maria says she was naive and vulnerable to men who exploited her situation under the guise of friendship.
Red Cross: ‘Cayman must tackle sexual harassment and abuse’
The Cayman Islands is overdue for an honest “reckoning” of the level of sexual harassment and sexual abuse in the community, according to Red Cross deputy director Carolina Ferreira.
Compass special report: Sexual harassment is rife in Cayman
Sexual harassment is both extremely common and chronically underreported in the Cayman Islands, the findings of a Cayman Compass project suggest.
“I had to keep quiet because my life felt threatened”
The Cayman Compass asked readers to come forward with stories of sexual harassment on the islands. The response was overwhelming.
Editorial: Time’s up for dealing with sexual harassment
Cayman is far behind most countries in recognising, combatting and protecting its people against sexual harassment.
Survey: Sexual harassment in Cayman
The Cayman Compass is working on a series about sexual harassment in Cayman. We invite our readers to participate in a survey to better understand your experiences. You will also have the opportunity to share your story anonymously.
Sexual harassment law still in limbo
Sexual harassment and its effects continue to be an issue for many in the workplace, yet legislation making this a criminal offence in Cayman remains in draft format after eight years.
UCCI updating sexual harassment policy
In the wake of a former lecturer being convicted on sex crime charges, the University College of the Cayman Islands is revamping its policy on sexual harassment.
