Which technique involves using a third party to address sexual harassment?

• A. Direct approach
• B. Indirect approach
• C. Third party
• D. Filing a formal complaint

Answer: (C)

Using a neutral intermediary to handle a harassment issue provides an objective path to address concerns. When a third party—like a supervisor, HR representative, or an ombud—gets involved, the situation is heard by someone with authority to assess, document, and facilitate a resolution. This approach helps ensure safety and fairness, reduces the risk of retaliation, and can guide the matter through appropriate channels without requiring the involved people to confront each other directly. It also often leads to a formal review if the policy calls for it, but the key idea is that a third party is the mechanism for addressing the behavior, not just addressing it informally or through direct confrontation.