
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
Educational institutions must implement the integrated UGC framework combining PoSH & POCSO mandates to protect students & staff from harassment.
Workplace anxiety knocking? Acknowledge it. Practice grounding techniques, set boundaries, communicate needs & seek support. You don't have to face it alone.
PoSH complaints often involve complex power imbalances; understanding these dynamics is key to fair investigation & preventing abuse of authority.
The PoSH Act covers subtle, implicit harassment – sexist remarks, microaggressions, hostile environments – not just overt physical advances.
Leadership potential isn’t age dependent, yet biases favour older or younger candidates unfairly.
Every journey begins with a single step. Serein’s story is one of learning, unlearning, and growing together to create safer, more inclusive workplaces for all.
PoSH applies to virtual spaces: harassment via work calls/chats, inappropriate backgrounds during meetings or cyberbullying constitute violations.
If unwelcome, sexual in nature or creating intimidation - yes. Context matters; persistent messaging despite disinterest clearly violates PoSH.
Choose legally trained external members with gender expertise, no organisational ties & commitment to trauma-informed inquiry procedures.
Any employee (contract/trainee/intern) experiencing harassment - including witnesses suffering retaliation for supporting complaints.
This for that harassment: Employment benefits/detriments explicitly/implicitly tied to sexual favours - among PoSH's most severe forms.
Statutory body under Section 4: Minimum 4 members (50% women, external chair), tasked with impartial inquiry & policy recommendations.
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.