Sexual Harassment, Burnout a Growing Concern in Greek Workplaces

Workplace sexual harassment and bullying are becoming increasingly common in Greece, according to a recent study by the Labour Institute of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE). The research paints a troubling picture of working life in Greece, where psychological pressure, poor training opportunities, and unsafe environments appear to be widespread.

High Stress and Low Support in the Greek Workplace

The study shows that 8 in 10 Greek workers experience high levels of psychological stress at work, with 51% reporting that the pressure negatively impacts their personal and social lives. Across all age groups, stress is a common issue:

• 47% of workers aged 17–34 feel anxious “always” or “most of the time”
• That number increases to 50% for ages 35–54 and 53% for those 55 and over
• Over half of workers aged 35 and up say workplace stress affects their life outside the office

Sexual Harassment and Bullying Still Pervasive

Alarmingly, sexual harassment and workplace bullying remain deeply rooted problems. These incidents are not limited to isolated cases, but appear to be systemic and multi-faceted. Key factors contributing to harassment include: