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Navigating workplace sexual harassment complaints requires a nuanced approach to ensure fairness, accountability, compliance, and justice. Understanding how to determine appropriate penalties is a critical aspect of this process. Join SASHA legal consultant Srividya Sriram on April 24th to learn all about "Determining Penalties". Register your spot now! https://lnkd.in/gGJdmq7n 🔍 What this workshop covers: - Interpreting the POSH Act's provisions on penalties - Practical guidance for IC members and HR, ER professionals - Best practices and strategies to tackle challenging situations #POSHAct #WorkplaceSafety #HR #DiversityAndInclusion #Leadership

In this month's issue of VOICE: The SASHA Newsletter - What is the She-Box and its purpose? Why are we suddenly being asked to register? Is She-Box registration mandatory? Should the details below shared with employees? What happens if an employee files a compliant through the She-Box? Get all these questions and more answered in Akarshitha Yaji's article - "She-Box 101". Situations that could necessitate the constitution of an Ad-hoc IC and best practices by Kanti Joshi. Circumstancial Evidence in PoSH cases - highlights from the previous Compliance and Beyond workshop by Sneha Chandna. https://lnkd.in/gAer4hgE Subscribe to our monthly newsletter on Substack to stay updated on all things PoSH!

SASHA is proud to announce the 50th workshop in the Compliance and Beyond workshop series! This upcoming workshop will cover a crucial aspect of the inquiry process - DETERMINING PENALTIES Investigating a case of workplace sexual harassment is a complex process that ends in determining the right penalty. Join this workshop to learn all about - - Penalties the IC can recommend as per the PoSH Act - Aspects IC must consider to determine the penalty - Ensuring fairness, accountability and justice - Best Practices and strategies Workshop Facilitator - Srividya Sriram April 24, 2025 | 11 AM - 12 PM Register now: https://lnkd.in/gGJdmq7n

At SASHA, we believe awareness is the first step towards creating a safe and inclusive workplace for all. That is why we are committed to making awareness accessible for all, irrespective of language. Our English and regional language employee awareness and sensitization sessions have been a priority towards to break down language barriers and promote linguistic inclusivity, since we embarked on this mission a decade ago! We also encourage displaying sexual harrasment awareness, prevention and reporting information in regional languages to cater to all employees and visitors. ------------------------------------- In picture - SASHA legal consultants conducting a series of Employee Awareness sessions in English and Kannada. Kanti Joshi Sowmya Lakshmi Bhat Sharanya Venkataraghavan Aashima Panikar Dr. Shweta Luthra -------------------------------------- Interested in getting sexual harrasment awareness and prevention training for your employees? We customize our sessions to fit your organisation and industry requirements. Need training in a specific regional language? Browse our legal consultant profiles to find the one for your region and language preference - https://lnkd.in/g79uq4Ru #sexualharassment #training #employeeawareness #inclusion #linguisticinclusion #regional #India #poshact

Coming up this week: Compliance & Beyond workshop on the provisions of Interim Relief under the PoSH Act with SASHA legal consultant Shan Kohli. 25th March, 2025 at 11 AM. Limited spots left! Register now: https://lnkd.in/g5vq446i

Sexual harassment at the workplace remains a critical challenge across industries, necessitating strong policies and awareness initiatives. The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act provides a legal framework to address workplace harassment, but its effective implementation requires continuous learning and engagement. As part of our Connecting Voices series, this panel discussion aims to provide an essential understanding of the PoSH Act and discuss practical strategies to create safer, more inclusive workplaces. Discussion Points: Understanding the PoSH Act – Key provisions, scope, and its importance in modern workplaces. Implementing PoSH Frameworks – Steps to establish Internal Committees (ICs), define workplace harassment, and ensure compliance. Training & Awareness – Challenges in conducting effective PoSH training, especially for diverse workforces, and strategies to engage employees meaningfully. Reporting & Redressal – Best practices for complaint handling, ensuring confidentiality, and addressing gaps in grievance mechanisms. Future of PoSH in Indian Workplaces – Emerging trends, challenges, and evolving best practices for fostering a culture of safety and respect. Event Details  🗓️ 19th March 2025  🕔 5-6 PM (IST)   Who should attend: - HR professionals & Compliance Officers - Legal experts & IC Members - Business Leaders & DEI Practitioners Employees & Workplace Advocates - Expected Outcomes Join us to:  ✓ Gain clarity on the fundamentals of the PoSH Act.  ✓ Learn actionable steps to implement and strengthen PoSH policies.  ✓ Understand how to create awareness and encourage reporting.  ✓ Explore strategies for ensuring confidentiality and effective redressal. Register to attend the LinkedIn Live Event!

Join us this week for a panel discussion on - "PoSH Basics – Where and How Do We Begin?” ✔ Gain clarity on the fundamentals of the PoSH Act. ✔ Learn actionable steps to implement and strengthen PoSH policies. ✔ Understand how to create awareness and encourage reporting. ✔ Explore strategies for ensuring confidentiality and effective redressal. 📆19th March 🕔5-6 PM (IST) 📍LinkedIn Live Moderator: Yamuna Chengappa Panelists: Srividya Sriram and Karthik Chandrashekar Register now: https://lnkd.in/g4yuaM_P Discussion Points: • Understanding the PoSH Act – Key provisions, scope, and its importance in modern workplaces. • Implementing PoSH Frameworks – Steps to establish Internal Committees (ICs), define workplace harassment, and ensure compliance. • Training & Awareness – Challenges in conducting effective PoSH training, especially for diverse workforces, and strategies to engage employees meaningfully. • Reporting & Redressal – Best practices for complaint handling, ensuring confidentiality, and addressing gaps in grievance mechanisms. • Future of PoSH in Indian Workplaces – Emerging trends, challenges, and evolving best practices for fostering a culture of safety and respect. Who should attend: ✔HR professionals & Compliance Officers ✔Legal experts & IC Members ✔Business Leaders & DEI Practitioners ✔Employees & Workplace Advocates

Sexual harassment awareness training is crucial for creating a workplace culture where employees feel safe, valued, and respected. By educating employees on their rights and the legal aspects of the PoSH Act, we can empower them to recognize and report inappropriate behavior. At SASHA, our co-founder Sowmya Lakshmi Bhat has dedicated herself to leveraging her legal expertise to promote mutual respect and dignity in the workplace. Her efforts, of over a decade, have made a significant impact. We are proud to share a glimpse of her recent employee awareness session for Avanti Finance. -------------------------------------------- ✨Let's work together to build a workplace culture that prioritizes respect, empathy, and inclusivity! Get in touch to partner with us: https://lnkd.in/grJeuxbe #SexualHarassmentAwareness #WorkplaceCulture #RespectAndInclusion #PoSHAct #SASHA

Do you have these questions and more? 👇 Join Shan Kohli for an insightful session on the provisions of Interim Relief under the PoSH Act to get all your answers! Register now: https://lnkd.in/g5vq446i Topics covered in the workshop: - Need for immediate relief pending inquiry - Understanding the scope of interim relief under the PoSH Act - Types of interim relief that an IC can grant - Whether a Respondent can be suspended or transferred pending completion of inquiry - Practical challenges faced by ICs while recommending interim relief Who should attend: IC members, HR, ER, employees, employers, external members, PoSH trainers, and anybody who would like to know more about the provisions of Interim Relief under the PoSH Act.