Impact of Workplace Harassment on Employee Well-Being, Job Performance, and Organizational Sustainability

Abstract

Workplace harassment is a serious organizational issue that affects employees’ mental health, job performance, and long-term organizational sustainability. Harassment can appear in verbal, psychological, sexual, or discriminatory forms and often occurs where power imbalance exists. Such behavior creates a hostile work environment that reduces motivation, trust, and productivity. This study examines how workplace harassment influences employee well-being, job satisfaction, performance, and organizational commitment. It also explores the role of organizational culture, reporting mechanisms, and managerial support in handling harassment. Using a quantitative approach, data is collected through structured questionnaires from employees in public and private organizations. The findings indicate that workplace harassment significantly harms employee well-being and reduces performance, while strong reporting systems and managerial support can reduce these negative effects.