On December 21, 2020, Lebanon passed the landmark Anti-Sexual Harassment Law No. 205, which finally brought the disconcerting matter to light, providing a starting point to criminalize sexual harassment and offering protections for victims of gender-based violence. Law No. 205 comes after years of lobbying and activism from various groups within the country, such as efforts led by the Center for Inclusive Business and Leadership (CIBL) for Women, along with its partner network and in coordination with activist groups. They consider the implementation of the law as a solid starting point to work toward decreasing the levels of gender-based violence, particularly in the workplace. “It has been years since feminist activists, gender machineries, individual politicians and human rights organizations have been pushing for protections, drafting legislative suggestions, and mobilizing for change,” shares Charlotte Karam, PhD, adjunct professor and director of international partnerships at CIBL for Women. [inlinetweet prefix=”” tweeter=”” suffix=””]“Although
