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The Gender-Based Public Harassment Checklist (GBPH-C): Development and Initial Evidence of Validity
Kayla A Huber1, Patricia A Frazier1
1Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
Journal of Homosexuality
|June 26, 2026
Summary
This study developed a new measure to assess gender-based public harassment (GBPH), ensuring inclusivity for LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color. The validated 31-item scale accurately captures diverse harassment experiences.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Gender-based public harassment (GBPH) includes behaviors like commenting, touching, or following by strangers in public.
- Existing research indicates higher GBPH rates among women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color (POC).
- Previous GBPH measurement tools lacked validation and inclusivity for marginalized groups' experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a new, inclusive measure of GBPH.
- To ensure the measure captures harassment forms experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals and POC.
- To provide a reliable tool for estimating GBPH prevalence and impact.
Main Methods:
- Conducted a scoping review and analyzed data from five participant samples (N=1,511).
- Developed a 31-item scale assessing sexist, cisheterosexist, and gendered racist harassment.
- Evaluated the measure's internal consistency, temporal stability, and validity (content, construct, criterion).
Main Results:
- A 31-item GBPH measure was successfully developed.
- The measure demonstrated high internal consistency and temporal stability.
- Evidence supported the measure's content, construct, and criterion validity.
Conclusions:
- The new GBPH measure is a validated and inclusive tool.
- It accurately assesses diverse forms of harassment experienced by marginalized groups.
- This measure can improve research on GBPH prevalence and effects.
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