Creating a Safer Tomorrow: Addressing Workplace Violence Against Women in Healthcare Settings.
Juhi Deshpande
Abstract
Open AccessBackground: Workplace violence against women in healthcare is a pervasive and alarming issue with far-reaching consequences for individuals, institutions, and society. Objective: This article aims to highlight the need for a comprehensive approach to address workplace violence, ensuring safer workplaces and promoting women's well-being. Methods: A multi-faceted strategy is proposed, encompassing enhanced legislation, institutional accountability, gender-sensitive workplaces, education, and community outreach to dismantle the culture of silence. Conclusion: By adopting a comprehensive approach, we can dismantle the culture of silence, promote a culture of respect and accountability, and create safer workplaces, ultimately upholding the fundamental right to safety and well-being for women in healthcare.