Workplace harassment is a form of discrimination that occurs when an individual is subjected to unwelcome and offensive conduct based on their protected characteristics, such as race, gender, religion, or national origin. This conduct can create a hostile work environment and can lead to a variety of negative consequences for the victim, including lost wages, emotional distress, and even physical harm.
If you believe that you have been the victim of workplace harassment, you may be able to file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC is a federal agency that is responsible for enforcing the laws against discrimination in the workplace. If the EEOC finds that there is reasonable cause to believe that discrimination has occurred, it may investigate the complaint and take steps to resolve the matter.