The National Women’s Law Center fights for gender justice—in the courts, in public policy, and in our society.
From strengthening laws and policies that prohibit sexual harassment in schools and in the workplace, to raising awareness and changing the culture that fosters sexual violence, we’re poised to build on this moment, started by Tarana Burke with the #MeToo movement, to make lasting change. Get started with the resources below.
Conversation Between Fatima Goss Graves (President & CEO, NWLC), Tarana Burke (creator of #MeToo), and Sabrina Joy Stevens (Senior Digital and Mobilization Manager, NWLC)
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Resource
Join the #MeTooK12 campaign
Take Action
Tell Congress to Take Immediate Action Against Sexual Harassment
Toolkit
Let Her Learn: A Toolkit to Stop School Pushout for Girls Who Have Experienced Sexual Harassment
This toolkit, part of NWLC’s Let Her Learn series, will help you find out if your school treats girls fairly when they have been sexually harassed. Use this step-by-step checklist to learn what your rights are…
Lawsuit
NWLC Sues Betsy DeVos and Trump Administration For Discriminating Against Student Survivors of Sexual Violence
Employer Resources
That's Harassment
Need some help getting started? These resources outline ideas for critical workplace strategies and changes, and information about effective policies and training, to strengthen employer efforts to address and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Dig Deeper on Key Issues
Issue Page
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual harassment — ranging from derogatory comments to threats of sexual assault and rape — is still incredibly widespread for many women working in the United States. And it can have grave consequences.
Issue Page
Sexual Harassment & Assault in Schools
Both sexual harassment and sexual violence are prohibited in schools under federal law ― yet many students still experience harassment and assault, which can have a devastating impact on their lives.
Landing Page
Legal Network for Gender Equity
In response to extensive and unprecedented threats to women’s rights, the National Women’s Law Center is launching the first national legal network to combat sex discrimination faced by women and girls.