This Workers Memorial Day, Let’s Commit to Ending On-the-Job Harassment and Abuse
As Americans observe Workers Memorial Day on April 28, a day dedicated to honoring workers who have lost their lives on the job, a critical and often overlooked issue takes center stage: on-the-job harassment and abuse. While safety protocols and accident prevention garner much attention, workplace harassment—ranging from verbal abuse to hostile work environments—remains a pervasive challenge that can threaten workers’ physical and mental well-being. According to recent studies, nearly one-third of employees worldwide have experienced some form of workplace harassment, yet many cases go unreported due to fear of retaliation or lack of effective enforcement. This silent epidemic not












