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Microsoft | Leaked email chain reveals hellish harassment culture for women

Leaked email chain reveals hellish harassment culture for women

Women working within the tech giant Microsoft have shared details of sexual harassment and discrimination via a leaked email chain.

The chain received hundreds of responses since it began on March 20, which has since lead to employees protesting about the work culture during a Q&A with CEO Satya Nadella on Thursday.

First reported by Quartz, the email detailed issues such as a lack of promotions and unfair treatment towards staff from underrepresented groups within the company, Gizmodo reported.

One employee wrote: “This thread has pulled the scab off a festering wound. The collective anger and frustration is palpable. A wide audience is now listening. And you know what? I’m good with that.”

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