Workplace Harassment And Violence In Cyprus

Introduction

On 11th of April 2025, a landmark piece of legislation came into force, Law 42(I)/202, marking a significant step forward in protecting individuals in professional environments. This law incorporates the provisions of the C190 - Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190) and aims to adopt, safer, more inclusive workplaces across the country.

For years, workplace harassment, particularly sexual harassment, has been an issue met with hesitation and legal uncertainty. Victims have often been reluctant to take action, deterred by a lack of clear protections and mechanisms for redress. This was reflected also in the relatively low number of sexual harassment cases brought before Cyprus' courts, particularly in the employment context.