Acoso laboral en el sector público: análisis de la jurisprudencia constitucional

Abstract

Abstract: This paper analyzes workplace harassment from the perspective of case law in Ecuador, with a special emphasis on the public sector. To this end, it draws on regulatory, doctrinal, and, fundamentally, case law studies, with the aim of ensuring that the human dignity rights of public servants and workers are truly protected. The first chapter examines theoretical concepts, definitions, and characteristics of workplace harassment, as well as the importance of human dignity as a constitutional principle. The second chapter specifically addresses Ruling No. 986-19-JP/21, which establishes standards for the prevention and punishment of harassment in the state sector. Finally, it concludes that workplace harassment is a latent problem that requires state attention, the implementation of public policies, training, and effective mechanisms to guarantee a respectful, violence-free work environment where workers' rights can be freely exercised.