Victim blaming and sexual harassment are interconnected social problems in
society. Sexual harassment encompasses various unwanted sexual acts, while
victim blaming is the tendency to blame victims for the violence they experience.
This phenomenon is rooted in patriarchal culture, rape myths, and a lack of
understanding about consent. The impact of victim blaming is devastating: victims
are reluctant to report, perpetrators escape consequences, and sexual harassment
becomes normalized. The purpose of this writing is to determine whether the
protection provided is appropriate or not, by examining legal opinions and related
books. The results show that the protection provided is appropriate but not yet
comprehensive, so the impact is that many victims are still not brave enough to
report to law enforcement. Addressing this issue requires a comprehensive
approach including victim-oriented legal reforms, public education, strengthening
support systems for victims, and transforming social norms through media
campaigns. Breaking the chain between victim blaming and sexual harassment is
key to creating a more just and safe society