
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
Part 2: Practical safeguards - rotation systems, transparency declarations, external member oversight & complainant's right to object to biased IC members.
Paid leave, lactation spaces and phased returns are essential for gender equity.
Workplace wellbeing needs more than metrics. Move beyond tracking to building momentum: foster psychological safety, connection & meaningful work for holistic health.
Part 1: Structural safeguards - diverse IC composition, mandatory training on unconscious bias & clear recusal protocols for conflicted members.
Breaching complainant/respondent identities attracts ₹5,000 penalty. Only IC members, witnesses & concerned parties may access inquiry details.
SHE Box enables direct online complaints to MoWCD, ensuring oversight when employers fail to act. Anonymity optional, tracking mandatory.
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.