6 in 10 US music fans report sexual harassment at gigs
61% of US music fans report sexual harassment at concerts, with women affected more than men.
Why it matters
- Highlights widespread issue of sexual harassment in live music scenes
- Shows significant gender disparity in experiences of harassment
By the numbers
- 61% of respondents experienced harassment
- 82% of women vs. 39% of men affected
- 20% of women report frequent incidents
- 88% didn't report incidents
The big picture
- Sexual harassment at live events is a pervasive issue
- Most incidents go unreported due to lack of faith in response systems
What they're saying
- Personal anecdotes reflect study findings
- Both men and women report harassment, lack of action from authorities
Caveats
- Study based on self-reported data
- Date of study not provided
What’s next
- Improve reporting mechanisms
- Increase awareness and training for venue staff