This is one of the hardest forms of misconduct to prove.
Because more often than not, it happens privately, with no witnesses. And ends up being dismissed as a classic case of “he said, she said.”
But victims are not powerless. If you or someone you know is going though this, here’s how to start building your case.
1️⃣ Document Everything. Write down what happened, when and where, what was said or done, who else was present. Time-stamped entries, especially when written soon after the incident, help show consistency and pattern while memory is still fresh.
2️⃣ Keep Evidence. Save texts, DMs, emails, gifts, notes – anything that shows patterns of unwanted attention or boundary crossing. These are strong supporting evidence in court.
3️⃣ Identify Potential Witnesses. Even if someone didn’t see the harassment directly, they might have overheard something, seen a pattern, or noticed your emotional distress. They can still help support your credibility.
4️⃣ File a Report to HR. If you can safely do so, raise a formal complaint. If HR fails to act, in Malaysia, you can report to JTK under the Employment Act or PDRM if it’s physical and criminal in nature.
More of this, premiering tonight on YouTube, #BebelHR with Dzulfadhli Lamin, a seasoned IR & HR Consultant with a decade of experience conducting workplace investigations.
Link to watch: https://youtu.be/3LeJAmjpcjg
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