Prevention of sexual harassment for women and gender minorities
Preventing gendered harassment requires inclusive policies, open reporting and allyship. Targeted training and accountability help shift workplace culture.
Things to keep in mind: Compliments at the workspace
Workplace compliments should be respectful, genuine and context-aware. Focus feedback on effort, skill and achievements, not appearance or personal traits.
Does this ‘harmless’ behaviour deserve such stringent punishment?
Is ‘harmless’ behaviour worth harsh penalties? Consider intent, impact and consistency. Investigations must balance fairness, evidence and accountability.
Do no-dating policies reduce sexual harassment at the workplace?
No-dating policies aim to prevent abuse but may backfire. Supportive culture, clear rules and open dialogue are better tools to guide workplace conduct
Putting civility and culture first
Positive cultures stem from civility. Model values, reward empathy and embed respect to create safe, engaging and inclusive environments where all thrive.
Sexual crimes in India: How we reinforce a culture of silence
Many sexual crimes in India go unreported due to stigma. Reform, survivor support and public awareness are needed to dismantle silence and drive justice.
