NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — A new statewide hotline (1-800-HARASS-3 [1-800-427-2773]) to address issues of workplace sexual harassment was launched Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced.
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Operated by the New York State Division of Human Rights, the confidential hotline will connect workers who have faced sexual harassment with experienced pro-bono attorneys to advise them.
"Every worker deserves access to resources to protect themselves from sexual harassment," Governor Hochul said. "New York State has taken action to make the workplace safer, more respectful, and more collaborative, and we will never stop working to support survivors and eliminate the scourge of sexual harassment."
The hotline comes after Hochul signed legislation for it to be implemented in March. The legislation also aimed at strengthening protections against retaliation for victims of discrimination and making explicit that all public employers are subject to the Human Rights Law.
"Sexual harassment is not only demeaning, and in some cases terrifying, it can often leave its victims feeling like they have no place to turn," said Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado. "This new hotline will provide victims of workplace sexual harassment with a clear place to access help and legal assistance."
Working with the National Employment Lawyers Association of New York, the New York State Bar Association and other bar associations, the state will be able to offer free guidance from volunteer pro bono attorneys.
"Sexual harassment has a devastating impact and is difficult to face alone,” said Division of Human Rights Commissioner Maria L. Imperial. “We will work to ensure that every New Yorker is able to take full advantage of their rights and protections under the Human Rights Law."
The free, confidential hotline can be reached by calling 1-800-HARASS-3.
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