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.
Bombay High Court denies PoSH protection to women advocates citing lack of employment relationship. A critical look at the verdict and urgent reforms needed.
- Anti HarassmentAnti Harassment (Asia)
Odisha’s renewed push for stronger PoSH compliance, urges workplaces to adopt visible, apparent and inclusive measures for a safer environment.
- Anti HarassmentAnti Harassment (Asia)
El code-switching disfraza la identidad para encajar. En la inclusión real no se ponen filtros para pertenecer, ser escuchado o sentirse seguro en el trabajo.
- Spanish
Handling sexual abuse disclosures requires deep empathy, trauma-informed approaches, confidentiality & connecting survivors to expert support services.
- PoSH
Media stereotypes fuel age discrimination, affecting hiring and perceptions of capability.
- People and Culture
The J. Hema Committee report exposed systemic sexual harassment in Malayalam cinema, demanding industry-wide PoSH compliance & cultural change.
- PoSH
The Supreme Court's firm stance against diluting POCSO safeguards reinforces the commitment to protect children from sexual offences, complementing PoSH.
- PoSH
Idealising the past distorts decision making; progress requires evidence based reflection.
- People and Culture
Race, class and gender compound disparities in maternal care, demanding tailored solutions.
- People and Culture
The process includes: receiving the complaint, assessing prima facie merit, collecting evidence, holding hearings, making findings, and monitoring implementation.
- PoSH
While PoSH protects all genders, legal gaps remain for male/non-binary victims - progressive employers extend policy protections universally.
- PoSH
Includes sexual jokes, displaying pornography, intrusive personal questions & gender-based ridicule that unreasonably interfere with work performance.
- PoSH
PoSH applies to virtual spaces: harassment via work calls/chats, inappropriate backgrounds during meetings or cyberbullying constitute violations.
- PoSH
If unwelcome, sexual in nature or creating intimidation - yes. Context matters; persistent messaging despite disinterest clearly violates PoSH.
- PoSH
Choose legally trained external members with gender expertise, no organisational ties & commitment to trauma-informed inquiry procedures.
- PoSH
Silence around domestic violence hurts workplaces too. Recognise signs, offer safe support systems & flexible policies to help survivors heal & retain employment.
- Domestic Violence
India's Domestic Violence Act protects both parties in live-in relationships. Understanding this legal recognition is crucial for safety & seeking rightful recourse.
- Domestic Violence
Cinema often sensationalises domestic violence. Responsible storytelling should highlight realities, survivor strength & pathways to support, not perpetuate myths.
- Domestic Violence
Gaslighting is psychological abuse making victims doubt their reality. Recognise manipulation tactics, trust your instincts & seek support to break free from this.
- Domestic Violence
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.
- Domestic Violence
Consent & boundaries are key. Domestic violence shatters both. Rebuilding starts with respecting autonomy & recognising coercive control as a violation of rights.
- Domestic Violence