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How Does the PoSH Workshop Help in Preventing, Prohibiting and Addressing the Act of Sexual Abuse?

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  Women unquestionably have an alluring passion for their work. They conduct their responsibilities with full commitment. Be it corporate, politics, entertainment, or health care, women are giving neck to neck competition to men in every sector. Their efficiency is being highly praised on global platforms.  Our government has to guarantee their interests. PoSH Act is a strong step that fosters gender equality by eliminating sexual abuse at the workplace. PoSH Workshop Every day we hear several cases of sexual harassment but people are least bothered about it, isn't it? The lack of ethical conviction and education has generated a belief that sexual harassment isn't a crime. This is the reason why sexual harassment has been so normalised. PoSH Workshop plays a key role in eliminating theses misleading beliefs.  The PoSH Workshop aims to establish a safe and secure environment for the employer and the employee by preventing instances of sexual assault at the workplace. We...

Revolutionizing the Safety in Work Place

Prohibition, Prevention & redressing the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013, is referred to as the ‘ PoSH Act ’. It is an Indian law made with the motive of making workplaces safer for women from sexual harassment against them. The law was rolled out in India on 9 th December 2013 by the Ministry for Women and Child Development. What is ‘Sexual Harassment’ under the Act ? Sexual advances & Physical contact A request or demand for a sexual favor Making sexually colored gestures Showing pornography forcefully Unwelcoming physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of sexual conduct The above-mentioned behaviors can be considered unwelcome if the woman raises her discomfort upon committing these acts, or does not consent to them. Additionally, the following situations will be considered as sexual harassment if they are linked with any of the acts or behaviors mentioned above. Who is required to Comply ? The HOD of any section in the organization, undertaking the establi...

Why Does the Posh Act Need Effective Implementation?

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  India has eminent women doctors, journalists, actors, students, and other women professionals. Their work has stunned one and all. We get deeply affected by instances of sexual harassment which these talented women have been facing since ages. The supervisors, men in higher positions and colleagues have left no stone unturned to take advantage of women. This has triggered a long conversation regarding the safety of women in the workplace.  “You’re not a victim for sharing your story. You are a survivor setting the world on fire with your truth. And you never know who needs your light, your warmth, and raging courage.” – Alex Elle When ‘Me Too’ campaign was started , shocking cases came forward which brought this issue into the light . Women talked about their experiences of sexual abuse and their survival. The implementation of the Posh Awareness training has come as a relief to women in the workplace. People have expressed solidarity with the women who have survived the se...

Promote Efficiency in the Administration with Anti-Corruption Policy

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  For the past few years, thoughts over corruption, black-money and bribery have increased. Social activists and the government have been debating over this and struggling to establish authority over the anti-corruption policy . The problem of corruption is not just regarding policing, rather about the policies that enable the black money to get exposed. The real roots of corruption need to be brought into concern. The anti-corruption policy puts control of the administration to make sure that the employer and employees function ethically. This policy has been established to understand what the corrupt business practices are and how they should be prohibited. Corruption can never be used for a good cause. Therefore, it must be avoided.  Enforcement Under the amendment of anti-corruption policy, the Indian's Central Bureau of Investigation will look into the cases where the government officials have violated the norms and received a bribe. The local enforcement agencies will o...

POSH India Act: A Milestone!

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  The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013 was passed with the objective to provide safe environment for women at workplaces. It also aims at providing protection and redressal of complaints against sexual harassment of women. Going forward, let’s now discuss about it in detail. The Supreme Court of India first issued guidelines for Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) in Vishaka and others vs. State of Rajasthan case in 1997. The case triggered consciousness on the issue that was not given much importance. The guidelines were then superseded by the POSH Law India 2013. Types of Sexual Harassments The act clearly defines unwelcoming acts, gestures and behaviour that comprise as sexual harassment: Physical contact and advances. A demand or request for sexual favours. Making sexually colored remarks. Showing pornography; or, Any other unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature. The POSH India Act Al...

Understanding Online Diversity Training India Components

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  Most managers are deeply concerned about creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive employee team in contemporary workplace culture.       That's excellent! Diversity and inclusion training are meant to promote the same!  Managers at a workplace must invest time, energy, and efforts in diversity and inclusion training programs conducted online or at office premises. It is suitable for any company's bottom line.  Reports are Suggestive  Reports suggest more inclusive companies are running profitably, and more diverse teams outperform those having a homogenous team. However, it may be a scenario that a company is short of budget for diversity and inclusion training currently (or sad, they may not prioritize it).  In such cases, online diversity training India is an affordable alternative.  The training is an unconscious bias training that help managers understands how their personal biases and prejudices impact business dec...

Anti Corruption Investigation Tips for Compliance with FCPA in India

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  Way back in October 2009, Indian media highlighted FCPA violation by US-based firm. This initiated action and investigation into more such cases in India against wrongdoers that included inquiries against errant Public servants, companies and their respective representatives.     The inquiry was guided by the anti-bribery provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, violation of the Accurate accounting requirements under the Companies Act, falsification of accounts under the Indian Penal Code and related proceedings under the Income Tax Act and the other applicable statutes.    It is necessary for the US companies operating in India to recognize the risk of violation of FCPA provisions in India. The companies should understand what they can and cannot do in their dealing with government officials, how effective due diligence initiatives must be devised while considering the acquisition of business/entity. Also, there is a need to codify...