A safe and respectful workplace is essential for every employee. The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act ensures that organizations provide a harassment-free work environment, promoting dignity and equality.
🔹 Understanding POSH
The POSH Act (Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013) mandates organizations to prevent, prohibit, and address sexual harassment in the workplace. It applies to all employees, ensuring safety, fairness, and accountability.
🔹 What Constitutes Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment includes:
✅ Unwelcome physical contact or advances
✅ Demand for sexual favors
✅ Inappropriate comments or gestures
✅ Display of explicit content
✅ Any behavior that creates a hostile work environment
🔹 Your Rights as an Employee
✔ Right to a safe workplace
✔ Right to report harassment without fear
✔ Right to confidentiality
✔ Right to fair investigation
🔹 Reporting Harassment
🔹 Speak to your Internal Committee (IC)
🔹 File a formal complaint
🔹 Maintain records of incidents
🔹 Seek legal help if needed
🔹 Employer’s Role in POSH Compliance
🔸 Conduct POSH awareness training
🔸 Establish an Internal Complaints Committee
🔸 Implement a clear anti-harassment policy
🔸 Ensure strict action against violations
Creating a safe and inclusive workplace is a shared responsibility. Employees should be aware, employers should be proactive, and organizations must foster a culture of respect and zero tolerance for harassment.
🚀 Speak up, stay informed, and contribute to a safer workplace!
