Extending PoSH compliance to India's vast informal sector requires tailored awareness, accessible reporting & community-led safety initiatives.
Essential compliance: Form ICs, conduct training, display notices, file annual reports & establish transparent grievance procedures per PoSH Act.
Biased data harms treatment outcomes; inclusive research improves care for all genders.
Ethical workplaces respect boundaries: professional conduct supersedes personal relationships. Harassment often starts with boundary violations excused as "culture".
Language shapes how we see the world. Indian languages may not say LGBTQIA+ in familiar ways, but they hold unique stories that invite us to listen and understand deeper.
Linguistic gaps reflect cultural barriers to fully expressing queer identities in regional tongues. Here's the first part of the story:
Marginalised groups are often excluded from data, perpetuating systemic invisibility.
Training staff to support mental health crises saves lives and fosters a caring culture.
Active bystander ABCs: Assess safely, Be present (verbally/interposition), Call for authority support. Small actions prevent escalation.
