Introducing Our New Initiative
We are committed to creating a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
To support aggrieved women in coming forward with their complaints about sexual harassment, we are introducing a new initiative that ensures confidentiality and ease of making a complaint.
Why Written Complaint is Mandatory for POSH Complaints?
Under Section 9 (1) of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, every complaint of sexual harassment should be made in writing to the Internal Committee.
Any aggrieved woman may make, in writing, a complaint of sexual harassment at the workplace to the Internal Committee within the prescribed timeline as per the Act.
The above was confirmed in various Hon'ble Court Judgments:
Geeta Meena Vs. High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan
Hon'ble High Court of Kerala
Dr. Prasad Pannian vs The Central University Of Kerala
Abraham Mathai vs State Of Kerala
Hon'ble High Court of Gujarat
Girishkumar Rameshchandra Soni vs State Of Gujarat
Hon'ble High Court of Delhi
Manjeet Singh vs Indraprastha Gas Limited
Key Features
Confidentiality: We understand that privacy is paramount. All complaints will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. Complainant Aggrieved Woman's identity and the details of her complaint will be protected throughout the process.
Ease of Making a Complaint: We recognize that the process of reporting can be daunting. To address this, we are providing multiple, accessible ways to lodge a complaint. We have streamlined the process to make it as simple and stress-free as possible.
Support and Assistance: We offer support throughout the complaint process. Our trained counselors are available to provide emotional and procedural support, ensuring aggrieved women never feel alone in this journey.
Trauma-Informed Approach: We understand that recounting traumatic experiences can be difficult. Our approach is sensitive and trauma-informed, allowing the aggrieved woman to share her experiences in a manner that is most comfortable for her.
Clear and Transparent Procedures: Our procedures are clear and transparent, providing the complainant with a detailed understanding of the steps involved.
We believe that a safe and respectful workplace is a fundamental right for everyone.
By offering a confidential and easy reporting system, we aim to empower women to speak up and ensure that their voices are heard.