UN open klachtenlijn against sexual harassment of employees

The United Nations have for their employees, a klachtenlijn open for cases of sexual intmidatie.

The hotline will be available starting Tuesday 24/24 hours open, said UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric on Monday in New York.

Victims with very skilled people confidentially about their experiences to talk to. A special section will deal with research into the allegations.

Previously had several UN employees anonymously testified about sexual harassment, assault and rape. From a study of the British newspaper The Guardian revealed that the United Nations has, in the past few to not have to take action against unacceptable behaviour and sexual abuse. ‘Sexual abuse is rife in the United Nations, ” she said then.