Addressing Workplace Bullying: Protecting Human Rights in the Modern Workplace

Abstract

Purpose: This paper aims to highlight how crucial it is to address workplace bullying as a violation of human rights and to provide ideas for both prevention and intervention. It seeks to draw attention to the negative consequences of workplace bullying on people and organizations while also providing advice on creating a secure and welcoming workplace that supports the rights and dignity of every employee. Methodology: The research and literature on workplace bullying, human rights concepts, and successful preventative and intervention measures are all thoroughly reviewed in this study. The data was acquired from a variety of sources, including academic research, international human rights norms, legislative frameworks, and case studies from the actual world. This data is combined to give a comprehensive picture of workplace bullying, its effects, and effective ways to deal with it. Results: According to the study, bullying at work hurts people's physical, emotional, and psychological health as well as an organization's production, morale, and reputation. The study discusses several kinds of workplace bullying, typical bullying conduct, and its effects on people and organizations. It also emphasizes the significance of workplace human rights norms, such as the right to dignity, a secure work environment, and freedom from harassment and discrimination. Conclusion: As a breach of human rights, workplace bullying is a major problem that has to be addressed. By implementing thorough anti-bullying policies, fostering an inclusive culture, providing accessible reporting mechanisms, providing training and education, and ensuring efficient investigation and resolution procedures, organizations can prevent and address workplace bullying.