Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

Sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) are grave violations of human rights that can have devastating and long-lasting impacts on individuals and communities. At Mayanja Memorial Hospital Foundation we are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of sexual misconduct and are dedicated to preventing, addressing, and responding to such incidents effectively.

What is Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH)?

• Sexual Exploitation: Any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, power, or trust for sexual purposes, including profiting monetarily, socially, or politically from the sexual exploitation of another.
• Sexual Abuse: The actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
• Sexual Harassment: Any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile or offensive environment.

These acts are unacceptable under any circumstances and violate the fundamental rights and dignity of individuals.

Our Commitment to Protection

At MMHF, we prioritize the safety and well-being of all individuals we work with, including employees, beneficiaries, partners, and community members.

How You Can Help

Everyone has a role to play in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Here’s how you can contribute:

• Educate Yourself and Others: Learn about PSEAH and share this knowledge with your network.
• Speak Up: If you witness or experience SEAH, report it immediately using the available channels.
• Support Survivors: Offer empathy and support to survivors, and respect their privacy and decisions.

Promote a Culture of Respect: Challenge harmful attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate inequality and abuse

Together, We Can Make a Difference

At MMHF, we believe that everyone deserves to live and work in an environment free from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. By working together, we can create a world where dignity, respect, and equality are upheld for all.