
Serein Legal Team
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What we see online often plays a key role in breaking the mould of stereotypes. TV Shows have pushed forth in this domain, be it through the Chess masterpiece in the Queen’s Gambit or the Urdu dramedy in Chudails.
Belonging cannot be a one-size-fits all concept as people with different identities need specific support to contribute to team efforts.
Not feeling a sense of belonging has a deep impact on employees' mental healths and that is not good news for team productivity.
Belonging is a core human need, but what does it truly entail? That is important to understand and act upon.
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- PoSH
- Anti-harassment and safety
- Global compliance laws
- Domestic violence
Firms prioritising diversity and inclusion show greater resilience, innovation and stability during economic downturns.
Local Committees (LCs) provide a district-level redressal mechanism under PoSH for workplaces with fewer than 10 employees or the unorganised sector.
Miss M Bratt’s case shows “banter” can cross the line. Clear conduct codes and leadership modelling are vital to stop unlawful workplace harassment.
Vague codes cause confusion and risk. Precise definitions, visible enforcement and regular reviews of conduct policies help ensure staff safety.
Nicola Hinds’s case exposed bias against pregnant staff. Strong maternity policies, escalation paths and manager training are essential to protect rights.
NHS staff face bias and unwanted advances. Respectful culture, safe reporting routes and leadership accountability are key to real systemic change.
Strategic policies include trauma reporting protocols, bystander empowerment modules, restorative justice options & climate surveys - moving beyond basic compliance.
Tier II training must: use local languages, address regional power structures, involve community leaders & include practical reporting demonstrations.
Key proposals: Mandate external IC members, include transgender protections, penalise non-reporting employers & cover gig/unorganised sectors explicitly.
HR must: Immediately document details, protect complainant from retaliation, preserve evidence & refer to IC within 24 hours - never mediate informally.
Local-language PoSH training breaks barriers: using regional idioms, case studies & multilingual materials ensures accessibility in diverse workplaces.
Tier II challenges: Limited legal awareness, stigmas against reporting, employer reluctance. Solutions include local helplines & simplified vernacular resources.
Domestic violence isn't random anger; it's a calculated cycle of tension, abuse, reconciliation & calm, reinforcing the abuser's power & control over the victim
Evidence in domestic violence cases includes medical reports, photos, threatening messages/emails, witness statements, police records & personal diaries.