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Rashida Jones, Donald Glover join hands for Time's Up animated video

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Last Updated : Jun 27 2018 | 3:50 PM IST

Taking the fight against sexual harassment one step forward, Time's Up Movement released a public service announcement in the form of a video which was directed by Rashida Jones and narrated by Donald Glover.

The PSA shows how power dynamics function within the workplace with Glover asking a series of questions to give the viewers an insight into the one's behaviour.

"Has the current wave of sexual allegations left you scared, confused, maybe even a little angry? It's the culture shifting under your feet so fast you can't make sense of it," he says as animated characters portray the emotions.

Glover then answers some 'frequently asked questions' about sexual harassment.

"Is it okay to greet your co-worker with a deep, full body hug or mouth kiss? No. This is what we call unwelcome touching," he says. Even if someone does not view the affectionate touching as sexual, Glover says, "Still, it's a no."
He then asks a number of questions first: "What kind of power dynamic is this? Are you their boss? Do you have a more secure job? Is there a possibility that this person may fear getting fired if they say no or report you? Is it possible the vibe you think you're picking up on is just them trying to be nice?"
He concludes, "If the answer is yes to any of these questions, just don't do it."
The video encourages viewers to act out when they see or hear about sexual harassment, "It's your problem. It's like a Ouija board. If you're not pushing or pulling, then the people who are pushing and pulling get to make the rules."

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First Published: Jun 27 2018 | 3:50 PM IST

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