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<p>Sexism in workplaces is a serious concern in the Global South. In Pakistan despite the state’s attempts to promote gender justice, sexual harassment remains a serious issue. This paper unveils harassment encountered by women frontline workers (WFWs) during the polio immunization campaigns. A qualitative research design was used and in-depth interviews were conducted with 22 WFWs from District Vehari in Punjab Province of Pakistan. The findings highlight that harassment was widespread in the form of false accusations, name-calling, character assassination, stigmatization, personal threats, and attempts of sexual violence. WFWs lacked support from the state and they were unable to seek legal remedies due to their low socio-economic status, robust networks, and conservative culture. The lack of access to legal protection hindered WFWs ability to perform their responsibilities. Addressing this issue requires comprehensive strategies that involve legal reforms, social awareness campaigns, and investment in support systems for survivors.</p>

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Sexism in Medical Professions: Women Frontline Workers’ Experiences of Harassment During Polio Immunization Campaigns in Pakistan

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    2025年6月9日

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  • Rabia Ali,
  • Saman Noor

摘要

Sexism in workplaces is a serious concern in the Global South. In Pakistan despite the state’s attempts to promote gender justice, sexual harassment remains a serious issue. This paper unveils harassment encountered by women frontline workers (WFWs) during the polio immunization campaigns. A qualitative research design was used and in-depth interviews were conducted with 22 WFWs from District Vehari in Punjab Province of Pakistan. The findings highlight that harassment was widespread in the form of false accusations, name-calling, character assassination, stigmatization, personal threats, and attempts of sexual violence. WFWs lacked support from the state and they were unable to seek legal remedies due to their low socio-economic status, robust networks, and conservative culture. The lack of access to legal protection hindered WFWs ability to perform their responsibilities. Addressing this issue requires comprehensive strategies that involve legal reforms, social awareness campaigns, and investment in support systems for survivors.