Human Resources Management's Impact on Harassment Reduction: A Study of The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs in Erbil Governorate

Abstract Harassment, bullying, and moral harassment in the workplace remain important parts of working life despite the advancement of awareness and legislation. Workplace harassment is offensive behaviors based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, or genetic information. The objective of this study is to determine how the Human Resources Management Department plays a vital role in dealing with harassment in the workplace. By implementing its practices, creating new policies in the workplace, safeguarding a healthy and safe environment, preventing harassment, and fostering a culture of respect and value. This research was conducted on a sample of employees working in the ministry of Labor and social affairs in Erbil, Northern Iraq. The questionnaire method was used as a data collection tool that was filled by 400 out of 500 employees. Besides that, a standard questionnaire was used in the current study that includes five parts to show the role of HR Management in reducing harassment. As a result of the analysis of the data obtained in the research, it has been revealed that there is a significant relationship between Human resource management practices and reducing harassment in the workplace.