Know: Right to workplace safety (PoSH), equal pay, maternity benefits, dignity (Art 21), privacy, unionise, against retaliation & access justice.
Recent PILs seek IC member protections from defamation suits & employer retaliation, recognising their quasi-judicial role under PoSH.
Section 14 penalises malicious complaints (not unproven ones). Proving intent to harm is essential - mere lack of evidence doesn't imply falsity.
Emotional masking – hiding true feelings at work – is exhausting & isolating. Cultures valuing psychological safety allow authentic expression, boosting wellbeing & trust.
Burnout reshapes the brain: chronic stress impairs memory, focus & emotional regulation. Protecting mental health protects cognitive function & performance.
Hybrid work blurs lines, increasing burnout risk. Combat it with clear boundaries, respecting off-hours, flexible schedules & fostering connection beyond tasks.