Parties ponder internal sexual harassment policy

FRANCISTOWN: In most democratic countries, political movements subscribe to the notion that all people have the right to be treated with dignity and respect and not be subject of sexual misconduct, harassment, or discrimination of any kind.

This can be either in the public, workplaces, voluntary organisations or even in progressive political parties among other spheres. In the United Kingdom (UK), the House of Commons has adopted a Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedure that aims to ensure that all people holding positions of authority are aware of their responsibilities in relation to sexual misconduct. It also strives to provide a fair transparent and consistent approach for reporting, investigating and responding to allegations of sexual misconduct and provide information about sources of support available to anyone who experiences sexual misconduct or who is accused of sexual misconduct.