Introduction to Sexual Harassment
Understanding Sexual Harassment:
Definition and examples of
sexual harassment.
Types of sexual harassment:
Physical, verbal, and non-verbal.
Key differences between
appropriate behavior and harassment.
Impact of Sexual Harassment:
Personal, professional, and
organizational consequences of harassment.
How harassment affects the
workplace culture.
Legal Framework and Organizational Policies
POSH Act, 2013:
Key provisions of the
Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act, 2013.
Legal responsibilities of
employers and employees.
Roles and functions of the
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
Organizational Policies and Procedures:
Company-specific POSH policy.
Reporting channels and
complaint procedures.
Confidentiality and
non-retaliation policy.
Identifying and Addressing Sexual Harassment
Identifying Harassment in the Workplace:
Real-life examples and case
studies of sexual harassment.
Understanding subtle,
indirect, and overt forms of harassment.
Recognizing harassment in
digital and virtual environments.
Reporting and Taking Action:
Steps to report harassment:
Whom to approach and what to report.
Importance of documentation in
harassment cases.
Addressing the issue through
internal mechanisms and external authorities.
Creating a Safe and Respectful Workplace
Preventing Sexual Harassment:
Building an inclusive and
respectful workplace culture.
Training and awareness
programs for employees and management.
Bystander Intervention:
Encouraging employees to speak
up and act when witnessing harassment.
Strategies for supporting
colleagues and intervening appropriately.
Managing Complaints:
The process of investigating
complaints fairly and confidentially.
Steps to take when an
allegation is raised.
Role of the ICC in resolving
complaints.
Final Review and Q&A
Recap of key learnings.
Open discussion for questions and clarifications.
Closing remarks on fostering
a harassment-free workplace.
