
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.
Explore why political parties must be brought under the purview of the POSH Act to ensure workplace safety for women and uphold democratic accountability and values.
Prevailing harassment in sports highlights the urgent need for accountability, empathy and safe environments where athletes and staff feel respected and valued.
Several companies across the globe have anti-harassment hotlines. But how are effective are they in building safe workplaces and deterring misconduct?
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- PoSH
- Anti-harassment and safety
- Global compliance laws
- Domestic violence
UK schools must enforce robust anti-harassment policies, deliver regular training and cultivate open dialogue so every pupil learns in a safe, respectful environment.
Universities ensure respect through conduct codes, support services and inclusion. Fair processes and dialogue are vital to building a safe learning culture.
Este ensayo habla sobre la capacidad de las universidades y otras autoridades colaboradoras para crear un entorno seguro dentro y alrededor de las universidades.
Serein Inclusion Team
Survivors face stalled careers and lost pensions. Reform, financial safeguards and career support are vital to protect their futures and ensure accountability.
Avoid crude jokes, respect boundaries and listen. Courtesy and professionalism help prevent misunderstandings and keep you clear of workplace red flags.
This piece elaborates upon the traditional viewpoints of wives and how this has evolved over the course of time to the modern conception of a wife.
Zero PoSH complaints often signal fear, mistrust or poor awareness - not model compliance. Proactive culture audits are essential.
All-male workplaces must still form ICs per PoSH rules, appointing an external woman member and ensuring gender diversity where possible in the committee.
IC-recommended compensation considers trauma, medical costs, income loss & suffering. Employers must enforce payment within 60 days.
IC empathy: trauma-informed questioning, avoiding re-victimisation, providing support resources & recognising power imbalances during proceedings.
Key rights: 26 weeks paid leave, nursing breaks, non-discriminatory retention, health bonus & protection from dismissal during pregnancy.
Witness credibility hinges on consistency, corroboration, absence of motive to lie & demeanour - not hierarchical status or personal relationships.
Silence around domestic violence hurts workplaces too. Recognise signs, offer safe support systems & flexible policies to help survivors heal & retain employment.
India's Domestic Violence Act protects both parties in live-in relationships. Understanding this legal recognition is crucial for safety & seeking rightful recourse.
Cinema often sensationalises domestic violence. Responsible storytelling should highlight realities, survivor strength & pathways to support, not perpetuate myths.
Gaslighting is psychological abuse making victims doubt their reality. Recognise manipulation tactics, trust your instincts & seek support to break free from this.
Women have the right to protection orders, residence, monetary relief & legal aid under India's Domestic Violence Act. Knowing these enables survivors to be safe.
Consent & boundaries are key. Domestic violence shatters both. Rebuilding starts with respecting autonomy & recognising coercive control as a violation of rights.