& respectful
workplaces
Our Services
We specialise in POSH Consulting, offering a comprehensive range of services designed to empower organizations and individuals
to prevent and address issues of sexual harassment at the workplace
POSH External Member
Empanelment as an external member to provide professional advice and recommendations to the internal committee
POSH Awareness
Conduct customised programs on POSH to build awareness amongst employees, managers and key stakeholders
POSH Investigation
Inquire into cases of alleged sexual harassment by following principles of natural justice and procedural guidelines
POSH Compliance
Satisfying statutory regulations of the POSH Act., develop legally compliant policies, procedures, guidelines, and accountabilities
POSH Conciliation
Dispute resolution through a collaborative, trusted process that turns conflict into dialogue and consensus
POSH Communication
Communication strategies to various groups of employees through customised mailers, posters, podcasts and roleplays
Some of our clients
Your partner in workplace respect and safety
Our team of experts brings years of experience in addressing sensitive workplace issues, and we are here to guide
you every step of the way.
We are passionate and committed
Our core strength lies in being knowledgeable and current on the Act.. We understand, very well, the characteristics of workplaces that are associated with higher rates of sexual harassment, the common characteristics of sexual harassment and the cost of sexual harassment in the workplace.
We strongly believe that nurturing a culture of inclusion, respect and trust in the workforce has multiple benefits; Lowered absenteeism, enhanced productivity, employee retention and more…
The most potent weapon against sexual harassment is “Prevention” which is the crux of our philosophy. We believe that successful preventive strategies and plans on sexual harassment require a strong eco system of key stakeholders with an explicit statement of intent.
Responsibility of the employer
As an employer, it is your responsibility to create a work environment free of sexual harassment and a legal obligation to prevent and deal with sexual harassment in the workplace.
We are ready to work with you
We are a diverse group of professionals who bring a wealth of experience, commitment and essential attributes to every project we undertake.
Rajesh Athihalli
Partner
Jayaprada Hemmige
Partner
Dr. Vishakha Barve
Consultant
Dr. Anita Ollapally
Consultant
Bharathi H C
Consultant
Dipti
Consultant
Komal Jyoti
Consultant
Resources
POSH judgements, sample formats, and articles
Single instance of sexual harassment can be considered ‘continuing offence’. Madras HC
Single instance of sexual harassment at workplace can be considered ‘continuing offence’,...
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Understanding Personal Space (Physical): A POSH perspective for the Indian workplace
India is renowned for its bustling crowds and vibrant gatherings, traits that...
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Metis POSH-Case Law- Calcutta High Court- Reconsider WBNUJS professor’s allegation against Vice-Chancellor
The Calcutta High Court has directed the local committee, 24-Parganas (North), constituted...
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Preponderance of Possibilities
Standard of proof in POSH cases: Preponderance of Possibilities The Prevention of...
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Metis-POSH-Case law-Courts shouldn’t get swayed by ‘Hyper Technicalities”; Must consider broader context
This is an important judgment where Supreme Court held that in a...
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Handbook on combating gender stereotypes – Supreme Court of India
The Handbook identifies common stereotypes about women, many of which have been...
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Delhi Industrial Tribunal – Consent of a woman and her explicit “no”
Dismissing an appeal filed by former Executive Vice Chairman of TERI R.K....
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Case law – Participation Of Accused In Appraisal Process Of Complainant
The Calcutta High Court has recently held that the actions of an...
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POSH files
Introducing POSH files, a PODCAST series on prevention of sexual harassment at workplace. We offer important information on POSH in smaller bite-sized podcasts perfect for managers and employees on the move or with busy routines.
The objective is to make POSH awareness effective, accessible anytime / anywhere and cost effective.