Where to turn

If you have a union:

If you experience harassment or discrimination and you have a union, you are part of an organization that has collected power to ensure everyone has more recourse. Contact your union rep to learn your rights and for assistance with filing a grievance and enforcing your contract protections. The union grievance process is a proven vehicle for addressing these inequities and making systemic change without sacrificing your career. You can also pursue recourse through state and federal agencies.
 

If you don’t have a union:

Without a union, your workplace may have offices or departments that specialize in hearing complaints that are raised. On university campuses, you can seek recourse against harassment or discrimination under Title IX. The unfortunate tendency can be for employers to protect those within their ranks rather than thoroughly investigate complaints against members of their organization.
 

to amplify your story:

These outlets are knowledgeable and experienced in stories about workers and the challenges that arise.

• Equal Rights Advocates

• UltraViolet

• #MeTooSTEM

Learn more:

Visit these pages for more information:

• Research: Understand the scope of the problem.

• Contract Rights: Read the new, enforceable protections workers have won through their contracts.

• Grievances Won: See how academic workers have won recourse through the grievances process.