Episode 20: The Sociology of Sexual Harassment: Gender Dynamics at Work

Dr Marianne Cooper, a Stanford sociologist specializing in gender issues, delves into her research on workplace gender dynamics and sexual harassment. She identifies three cultural and structural factors that fuel misconduct, including the pressure on men to prove masculinity and a contest culture focused on power struggles. Dr Cooper also examines the unique challenges in the aid sector, particularly for field workers, and offers strategies for fostering safer, more equitable workplaces.