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.
- Anti Harassment
Prevailing harassment in sports highlights the urgent need for accountability, empathy and safe environments where athletes and staff feel respected and valued.
- Anti Harassment
Several companies across the globe have anti-harassment hotlines. But how are effective are they in building safe workplaces and deterring misconduct?
- Anti Harassment
This for that harassment: Employment benefits/detriments explicitly/implicitly tied to sexual favours - among PoSH's most severe forms.
- PoSH
Statutory body under Section 4: Minimum 4 members (50% women, external chair), tasked with impartial inquiry & policy recommendations.
- PoSH
2013 law mandating safe workplaces via ICs, training & redressal. Covers physical/virtual spaces, all genders (though women-centric in wording).
- PoSH
Includes emails, texts, medical reports, witness testimony, CCTV footage & complainant's account - assessed on "preponderance of probability".
- PoSH
Virtual inquiries require: Secure platforms, verified identities, digital evidence protocols & breaks to prevent "Zoom fatigue" compromising fairness.
- PoSH
Multi-location employers must constitute ICs at each office/region with 10+ employees, ensuring accessible complaint mechanisms.
- 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
