What types of behaviour might be unlawful harassment?
This depends on the circumstances, but here are some common examples. • Displaying material that is ageist, racist, sexist, sexually explicit, pornographic, homophobic (anti-gay), anti-disability, anti-transgender, and so on in the work or study environment, including in colleges of residence. Also circulating such material, putting it in someone’s workspace or belongings, on a computer or fax machine, or on the Internet. The types of material could include posters, cards, graffiti, email, letters, videos, cartoons, and screensavers. • Making demeaning, belittling or abusive comments, or otherwise ‘putting someone down’ because of their sex, gender or sexuality. • Jokes (including practical jokes) or taunts based on disability, gender, homosexuality or race. Remember, even if you think it’s harmless, others might be offended. • Ignoring, isolating or segregating a person or group because of their sex, disability, homosexuality or race. • Sexually or racially offensive gestures. • Initi
