Summary
A survey found that two-thirds of women serving in the UK's armed forces experienced sexualized behavior in the past year. This includes inappropriate comments, harassment, and groping. The Ministry of Defence called the findings unacceptable and is working on prevention programs.
Key Facts
- Two-thirds of women in the UK's armed forces reported experiencing sexualized behavior.
- The survey covers both full-time military personnel and part-time reservists.
- Examples of behavior include inappropriate jokes, comments on appearance, and unwelcome touching.
- The Ministry of Defence is working on educational programs about consent and online influences.
- Women are twice as likely to face these behaviors compared to men in the military.
- The survey involved more than 90,000 military personnel.
- The issue is most common in open workplace settings within the military.
- The survey follows a similar investigation in the Royal Navy regarding misconduct.
