Sexual harassment in the Navy

Abstract

An investigation was made into the subject of sexual harassment, its effect upon Navy personnel and its potential impact upon mission accomplishment. The study includes: a general historical review; a general discussion of the subject; a discussion of Navy policy to date; a summary of the findings of a survey and interviews of approximately 100 Navy women conducted by the author; and, future projections. The author concludes that sexual harassment is a significant problem in the Navy which could potentially impact upon mission effectiveness.