The NASUWT campaign focuses on stamping out sexual harassment in the workplace
Back to school with UK Feminista: Make tackling sexism a priority this year
The new academic year is an ideal time to reflect on how your school or college can work to prevent sexism and sexual harassment, which research shows remain widespread in education.
Creating safer, more equitable environments requires sustained, proactive action. That's why NASUWT has partnered with UK Feminista to champion whole school approaches that embed prevention across leadership, curriculum, safeguarding, staff development and school culture.
Training for education staff: how to tackle sexism and sexual harassment
Staff training is a crucial component of any effective whole school approach so that staff have the knowledge and confidence to recognise, challenge and prevent sexism and sexual harassment.
UK Feminista offers a range of training options for schools and colleges. Email [email protected] to find out more about our training options.
Commit to tackling sexism by taking the Action Pledge
Schools and colleges that take the UK Feminista: Action Pledge demonstrate their commitment to taking whole school approach action to prevent sexism and sexual harassment and become eligible to apply for the UK Feminista: Action Award.
Interested in learning more about the UK Feminista Action Award scheme?
Join our upcoming information webinar to learn more about:
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practical actions to implement a whole school approach;
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the process of applying for a UK Feminista Action Award;
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what evidence is needed to support applications;
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the criteria for Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.
Whatever stage your school or college is at, this webinar is a valuable opportunity to learn more about the UK Feminista Action Award scheme.
Date: Tuesday 29 September 2026
Time: 3.45pm to 4.30pm
NASUWT is committed to challenging the sexual harassment of members. The Union secured a court victory for two members who had covert upskirt footage taken of them by a pupil while they were teaching.
NASUWT research indicates that one in five members has experienced sexual harassment in the workplace by a colleague, manager, parent or pupil since becoming a teacher.
Our research indicates that there is widespread reluctance among teachers to report harassment for fear of not being believed by employers and even when this abuse is reported, in the majority of cases, little or no effective action is taken by employers to address the harassment.
What is sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment can take many forms, but can include:
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sexual comments or jokes;
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suggestive looks, staring or leering;
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propositions and sexual advances;
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intrusive comments about a person’s private or sex life;
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unwelcome touching;
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sending sexually explicit emails, text messages or social media posts;
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sexual assault, stalking and indecent exposure.
If a person’s behaviour is unwanted and is of a sexual nature, then it is sexual harassment.
It does not matter whether other colleagues in your workplace find the person’s behaviour acceptable or whether the incident is a one-off or repeated behaviour. If it makes you feel intimidated, uncomfortable or degraded, then it is harassment.
NASUWT encourages all members to contact the Union for support if they are experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace.
NASUWT will have no hesitation in taking action in schools where sexual harassment is occurring and where employers fail to operate a zero-tolerance approach.
If you are experiencing harassment, please contact us straightaway for support and advice.
Workers Protect Act/Sexual Harassment
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