Title: Questionnaire on Sexual Harassment of Women in Public Spaces

Introduction:

Thank you for participating in this questionnaire on the topic of sexual harassment of
women in public spaces. The purpose of this survey is to gather information about the
prevalence, nature, and impact of sexual harassment experienced by women in various
public settings. Your responses will help us gain insights into this important issue.
Please note that all responses will be kept confidential and anonymous. Your
participation is voluntary, and you may choose to skip any questions you do not wish
to answer.

Section 1: Demographic Information

1. Gender: [ ] Male [ ] Female [ ] Other [ ] Prefer not to say

2. Age: [ ] 18-24 [ ] 25-34 [ ] 35-44 [ ] 45-54 [ ] 55 and above
3. Current country of residence: __________________________
Section 2: Experiences of Sexual Harassment

Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements, based on your
personal experiences in public spaces. Use the following scale:

1 - Strongly Disagree

2 - Disagree

3 - Neutral

4 - Agree

5 - Strongly Agree

1. I have personally experienced sexual harassment in public spaces.

2. I believe sexual harassment is a widespread issue in my country.
3. Sexual harassment affects women's daily lives and activities.
4. Sexual harassment makes women feel unsafe in public spaces.
5. Public spaces should have stricter measures to prevent sexual harassment.
6. Sexual harassment in public spaces has long-term psychological effects on
women.
 7. Women's clothing choices should not be used to justify or excuse sexual
harassment.
8. Society needs to actively challenge and change the culture that perpetuates
sexual harassment.
Section 3: Types and Locations of Sexual Harassment

Please indicate the frequency of experiencing the following types of sexual harassment
in public spaces by selecting one option per row:

1 - Never

2 - Rarely

3 - Sometimes

4 - Often

5 - Always

Types of Sexual Harassment Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always

Catcalling or verbal harassment
Unwanted staring or ogling
Sexual comments, gestures, or
jokes
Unwanted touching or groping
Exhibitionism or public
masturbation
Following or stalking
Online sexual harassment (e.g.,
cyberstalking)
Section 4: Impact of Sexual Harassment

Please indicate the extent to which you agree with the following statements, based on
your experiences of sexual harassment in public spaces. Use the following scale:

1 - Strongly Disagree

2 - Disagree
3 - Neutral

4 - Agree

5 - Strongly Agree

1. Sexual harassment has affected my self-esteem and confidence.

2. I feel anxious or fearful when I have to go out alone.
3. Sexual harassment has restricted my freedom to move around freely.
4. I have altered my behavior or appearance to avoid sexual harassment.
5. Sexual harassment has negatively impacted my mental health.
Section 5: Reporting and Support

1. Have you ever reported an incident of sexual harassment that occurred in a

public space?
2. [ ] Yes
3. [ ] No
4. If yes, please briefly describe your experience with reporting and the outcome, if
any. (Optional)
5. Do you believe there are sufficient support systems in place for women who
experience sexual harassment in public spaces?
6. [ ] Yes
7. [ ] No
8. If no, what improvements would you like to see in the support systems?
(Optional)
Conclusion:

Thank you for completing the questionnaire. Your input is valuable and will contribute
to our understanding of sexual harassment of women in public spaces. If you would
like to receive the results of this study, please provide your email address below
(optional).

Email: ___________________________

Citation:

This questionnaire was created based on a review of existing literature on sexual

harassment of women in public spaces. It draws inspiration from the following sources:
1. Fitzgerald, L. F., Shullman, S. L., Bailey, N., Richards, M., Swecker, J., Gold, Y.,
Ormerod, A. J., & Weitzman, L. (1988). The incidence and dimensions of sexual
harassment in academia and the workplace. Journal of Vocational Behavior,
32(2), 152-175.
2. United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women.
(2019). Global Database on Violence against Women: Sexual harassment in
public spaces. Retrieved from
https://evaw-global-database.unwomen.org/en/countries/americas
3. Hines, D. A., Palm Reed, K. M., & Finkelhor, D. (2019). Measuring sexual
harassment victimization in males and females: Development and validation of
the Sexual Harassment Experiences Questionnaire (SHEQ). Psychology of
Violence, 9(3), 290-300.
Please note that this questionnaire is intended for research purposes only and should
not be considered a substitute for professional advice or counseling.