There is a wide divergence of perceptions in our society as to what words or actions constitute sexual harassment. Due to the complexity of human behavior, it is difficult to pinpoint what exact behavior will be perceived as harassment by an individual. It becomes very difficult to draw a clear line between acceptable and unacceptable Read more about Characteristics and Types of Sexual Harassment[…]
A role boundary defines the duties, rights and limitations to reduce confusion or misperceptions among those involved. However, when you are a part of ICC at a workplace, sometimes these boundaries seem blurred when you have a larger cause at sight, that of being compassionate towards a victim of sexual harassment. Here is a third Read more about Going beyond boundaries – Internal Complaints Committee[…]
We have summarised certain myths surrounding the POSH Act. It will be advisable to consult a specialist if you may any doubts on this sensitive matter. My company has had no instances of sexual harassment cases till now so we need not comply. It is binding on all organisation to comply with the POSH Act Read more about Clearing 10 organisational myths around POSH[…]
Few months ago, we got anxious calls from the presiding officer of a POSH committee on a complaint on sexual harassment at workplace from one of their woman employees. It was about her male colleague entering her personal space repeatedly without her consent. We heard the matter out and asked a few questions to the Read more about Sexual harassment at workplace – A case discussion[…]
Harvey Weinstein incident was one of the most high profile cases of Sexual harassment in recent times. #MeToo campaign was an eye opener in terms of the degree of sexual harassment at workplace. Women from all over the world came out and described their horrific tales of sexual exploitation. I came across this data Read more about An overview of Sexual Harassment at Workplace[…]
Apparently NOT! Needless to say the legal and business implications are HUGE! A recent study by FICCI – EY has revealed that over 31% of companies in India who were polled were not compliant to the regulatory norms of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. Even those companies Read more about Are we doing enough to keep our work environment safe?[…]