The webinar is designed to provide a detailed understanding of the POSH Act, focusing on the practical aspects of compliance, the nuances of the redressal process, and the responsibilities it entails for organizations.
In POSH investigations, conducting interviews, holding hearings, and assessing evidence uphold the integrity of the investigation, ensure fairness, and contribute to maintaining a respectful workplace. Interviews are pivotal for fact-finding and provide insights into the incidents, aiding evidence corroboration. Hearings formalize the examination process, allowing for structured case presentations and cross-examinations in line with the principles of natural justice. Assessing evidence meticulously is crucial to establishing the veracity of claims and ensuring that findings comply with legal standards. Soma Sinha, POSH Compliance Advisor, currently serving as an External Member in 10.
organizations will discuss:
Steps to initiate a formal investigation.
Planning and preparation for interviews.
Techniques for non-intimidating interviews.
Conducting structured and fair hearings.
Evaluating the credibility and relevance of various types of evidence.
Navigating False Claims and Forged Evidence in POSH Inquiries
📅 19 Jul 2024, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Navigating False Claims and Forged Evidence in POSH Inquiries
Maintaining accuracy in all POSH investigations is fundamental. False allegations and forged documents can severely undermine the credibility of protective mechanisms, damaging reputations and careers irreparably. Proper investigation of claims and evidence is critical to ensure justice—protecting the innocent and penalizing the guilty appropriately. Addressing false claims and forged evidence also shields the organization from potential legal consequences. A robust system is crucial to differentiate between false and genuine complaints, preventing miscarriages of justice. Maya Sreenivasan, Subject Matter Expert from eLearnPOSH.com, will cover:
Key Discussion Points:
The impact of false complaints on individuals and organizational culture.
Reasons behind false allegations, such as misunderstandings or personal vendettas.
Legal definitions and consequences of false allegations.
Techniques to identify and authenticate documents, and detect inconsistencies or forgeries.
Best practices for investigating potentially false claims.
Navigating the Challenges of POSH Act Implementation
📅 21 Mar 2024, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Navigating the Challenges of POSH Act Implementation
Madhavi Ganti
Practicing Company Secretary & POSH Consultant
Key Discussion Points:
Challenges at Different Levels: Judicial, employer, employee, and IC-level barriers to POSH implementation.
Maintaining IC Neutrality & Avoiding Bias: How ICs can ensure fair and impartial investigations.
Confidentiality & Retaliation Risks: Best practices to protect complainants and prevent backlash.
Common Legal & Procedural Mistakes: What ICs often get wrong and how to avoid them.
Understanding & Handling Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment
📅 21 Mar 2024, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Understanding & Handling Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment
Maya Sreenivasan
Subject Matter Expert - eLearnPOSH.com
Key Discussion Points:
What is Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment? Legal definitions and workplace examples.
Recognizing Subtle Forms of Coercion: How implicit expectations and indirect threats create a toxic work environment.
When Does Workplace Harassment Become Quid Pro Quo? Understanding the fine line between misconduct and a legally actionable offense.
Challenges in Investigation: Addressing power imbalances, gathering evidence, and maintaining confidentiality.
Ensuring Fair Resolution: Best practices for unbiased decision-making and organizational compliance.
Importance of Examinations and Cross-Examination
📅 15 Mar 2024, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Importance of Examinations and Cross-Examination
Manaswini Mohapatra
Lawyer Legal Associate, eLearnPOSH.com
Examinations and cross-examinations are pivotal in the investigative process of POSH cases, ensuring fairness and adherence to the principles of natural justice. This section will cover:
Key Discussion Points:
The importance of conducting thorough examinations to gather comprehensive and accurate information from the parties involved.
The right ways to frame questions that are respectful yet probing, to elicit necessary information without causing discomfort.
The strategic importance of cross-examination in allowing both parties to challenge the evidence presented against them and to tell their side of the story.
Various methods and approaches to ensure cross-examinations are conducted effectively and impartially.
Jurisdiction of Internal Committee - Learning through Scenarios
📅 15 Mar 2024, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Jurisdiction of Internal Committee - Learning through Scenarios
The jurisdiction of the IC can often present ambiguities, posing challenges for organizations in resolving complaints efficiently. Using real-world scenarios, this webinar will explore how IC aims to clarify these ambiguities. Each scenario will serve as a springboard for discussion on how IC should approach and resolve each situation.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Grasp the scope of authority of IC across various scenarios.
Learn techniques for handling complaints beyond usual procedures.
Understand how strong IC practices help cultivate a workplace that is safe, respectful, and inclusive.
Annual Internal Committee Training Webinar
📅 08 Dec 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Annual Internal Committee Training Webinar
Topic 1: Conciliation in POSH Law: A Harmonious Resolution
Manaswini Mohapatra
Lawyer Legal Associate, eLearnPOSH.com
Amidst the robust framework of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Law, conciliation emerges as a potent mechanism. By facilitating mutual dialogue between the complainant and respondent, conciliation can steer matters towards an amicable resolution without the complexities of a formal inquiry. Dive deep into the nuances of conciliation with us in this webinar and discover how it not only streamlines grievance redressal but also fosters a more cooperative workplace environment. In this webinar, you will get to know about:
Key Discussion Points:
The IC’s role in facilitating conciliation.
The advantages of conciliation over inquiry.
The conciliation process.
How to draft a conciliation agreement.
Best practices to facilitate conciliation.
Determining Punishments in a POSH Inquiry
📅 17 Nov 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Dr. Sandya Advani
POSH Expert Principal Consultant at POSH Systems.com
Conducting POSH inquiries and determining appropriate punishments are intricate and sensitive tasks. It’s vital to ensure that inquiries are both fair and impartial, with punishments proportionate to the misconduct’s severity. The Internal Committee (IC) needs a clear understanding of the factors that they must consider when determining punishments. In this insightful webinar, Dr. Sandhya Advani will share vital knowledge that IC members should be equipped with, especially after concluding an inquiry and finding the respondent guilty. This interactive session will delve into key areas including:
Key Discussion Points:
Doctrine of proportionality.
Parameters to decide on the punishment.
Factors that should be avoided in the decision-making process.
Disciplinary punishments.
Financial punishments
All You Need to Know about POSH Compliance
📅 04 Aug 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: All You Need to Know about POSH Compliance
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal), Act and Rules, 2013 mandates every organization to follow five steps to ensure the safety of women at workplace.
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead SME – eLearnPOSH.com
Manaswini Mohapatra
Legal Associate – eLearnPOSH.com
POSH Webinar for Managers
📅 02 Aug 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: POSH Webinar for Managers
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead SME – eLearnPOSH.com
Discussion Topics:
Introduction to the POSH Act.
What should a manager do when:
Documentation Requirements.
He/She witnesses sexual harassment at workplace?
He/She gets to know about sexual harassment through office talks?
He/She is accused of sexual harassment?
A team member is reluctant to complain about sexual harassment?
A witness approaches the manager about sexual harassment?
Manaswini Mohapatra
Legal Associate – eLearnPOSH.com
Balancing the Scales: Principles of Natural Justice within the POSH Act
📅 21 Jul 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Balancing the Scales: Principles of Natural Justice within the POSH Act
Principles of natural justice are fundamental rules of procedure that are designed to ensure that all parties involved in a legal proceeding are treated fairly. Our focus will be on the seamless integration of these principles within the framework of POSH inquiries while exploring potential challenges and practical solutions. Specifically, we will discuss the following:
Key Discussion Points:
The importance of principles of natural justice in the POSH Act.
The specific principles of natural justice that apply to the POSH Act.
How to ensure that principles of natural justice are followed in the inquiry of sexual harassment complaints.
Case studies on the application of principles of natural justice in the POSH Act.
Navigating Confidentiality under the POSH Act
📅 21 Jul 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Navigating Confidentiality under the POSH Act
Shruti Vidyasagar
Lawyer, POSH Trainer, Consulting Editor at Daksh Society
The POSH Act, implemented in 2013, stands as an important legislation aimed at safeguarding women from workplace sexual harassment. It places significant emphasis on stringent confidentiality obligations for all parties involved in a harassment complaint, ensuring the protection of their privacy and fostering a reporting culture. As an IC member, it is crucial to uphold the confidentiality of the complainant, respondent, witnesses, and the redressal process. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in significant penalties.
In this informative webinar, you will gain insights into the following topics: 1. Ensuring confidentiality measures following the filing of a complaint. 2. The extent to which the IC can guarantee absolute confidentiality during an inquiry. 3. The necessity for IC members to sign an NDA for each case. 4. Managing confidentiality boundaries with the employer and manager.
Demystifying POSH Inquiries
📅 17 Mar 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Demystifying POSH Inquiries
Gurmeet Kaur
Co-founder and Director at Ubalance Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. Consumer Risk Management and Corporate Governance Specialist
Key Discussion Points:
The key difference between sexual and professional misconduct.
Informal Vs Formal complaint - What is the difference and how should the IC behave?
Different scenarios of sexual harassment and when a complaint can be made.
Constituting the Internal Committee – Case Law Analysis
📅 17 Mar 2023, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Constituting the Internal Committee – Case Law Analysis
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead SME – eLearnPOSH.com
Interpretation of the POSH Law by the Court Case laws relating to:
The seniority of the Presiding Officer
The neutrality of the External Member
Conflict Management & Corrective Process
Conducting POSH Investigations - Top Questions to Ask
📅 18 Nov 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Conducting POSH Investigations - Top Questions to Ask
Gurmeet Kaur
Co-founder and Director at Ubalance Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. Consumer Risk Management and Corporate Governance Specialist
Conducting POSH Investigations - Top Questions to Ask: One of the crucial responsibilities of the Internal Committee is to redress complaints of sexual harassment. Since it is a sensitive topic, it needs experience and a good understanding of the nuances, the Internal Committee may face several challenges while conducting an inquiry. IC members can have numerous questions on how to proceed without violating the rights of the complainant and respondent and having minimal impact on the organization. Gurmeet Kaur, POSH Expert, will share the key Do\\\'s and Don\\\'ts of Internal Investigation Best Practices and would discuss the frequently asked questions pertaining to the Inquiry process.
The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and the POSH Policy
📅 18 Nov 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and the POSH Policy
Shruti Vidyasagar
Lawyer and Editor, POSH Trainer, External Member
The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and the POSH Policy: People who identify themselves as Transgender often report that they experience discrimination, hostility, and rejection in the workplace. The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, enacted by the Indian Parliament is a big step towards making a difference in the working conditions of transgender persons. eLearnPOSH’s webinar on the rights of transgender persons in the workplace will discuss what organizations should do to comply with this legislation and some provisions that can be made in their POSH Policies.
All You Need to Know about POSH Compliance
📅 04 Nov 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: All You Need to Know about POSH Compliance
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal), Act and Rules, 2013 mandates every organization to follow five steps to ensure the safety of women at workplace.
POSH Redressal and Appeal Process
📅 15 Jul 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: POSH Redressal and Appeal Process
Jyoti Grover
Founder Director - Quadrangle Consulting Services Chairperson - Local Committee Gurugram Partner - Counsel Quest
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act and Rules, 2013 have laid out the duties and responsibilities of the Internal Committee Members and the Local Committee Members. However, the Internal Committee Members will inevitably have questions about where their powers end, and the powers of Local Committee begins.
Discussion Topics:
Internal Committee and Local Committee
Jurisdiction of IC and LC
Flow of Complaint
Appeal Process
All you Need to Know about POSH Compliance
📅 01 Jul 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: All you Need to Know about POSH Compliance
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead - Instructional Design Team Subject Matter Expert - eLearnPOSH.com
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal), Act and Rules, 2013 mandates every organization to follow five steps to ensure the safety of women at workplace. They are:
Drafting a POSH Policy
Constituting an Internal Committee
Creating Awareness for Employees
Capacity Building for IC members
Annual Report Filing
This webinar will discuss each of these steps in detail and answer all the POSH-related questions of the participants.
POSH Webinar for Managers
📅 17 Jun 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: POSH Webinar for Managers
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead - Instructional Design Team Subject Matter Expert - eLearnPOSH.com Succeed Technologies
Discussion Topics: What should a manager do when:
He/she witnesses sexual harassment
He/she gets to know about sexual harassment through office talks
He/she is accused of sexual harassment
A team member is reluctant to complain about sexual harassment
A witness approaches the manager about sexual harassment
Remarkable POSH Judgements - Analysis
📅 24 Mar 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Remarkable POSH Judgements - Analysis
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead - Instructional Design Team Subject Matter Expert - eLearnPOSH.com Succeed Technologies
The POSH Law doesn\'t change much, but the interpretation of the law by the courts may be different. It is critical for the IC members to understand the context and details. We will analyze the crucial judgements which were issued in 2021 & 2022 to keep the IC members updated about the Case Laws.
While we discuss a lot about the Law specifically drafted for the protection of one gender, it is important to understand how the law balances the rights of the respondent(which in most cases is another gender). With a social stigma associated with \"Sexual Harassment\" the respondent is also affected if fairness is not maintained in the redressal process. In this session we will address the specific rights of the respondent in a POSH Inquiry.
A unique provision of the POSH Act is the Interim Relief that can be given to the aggrieved during the pendency of the inquiry. The Act is very particular about the fact that no relief must be punitive to the respondent. This webinar covers all the information that a IC member must know before recommending interim measures.
Key Discussion Points:
Measures that can be taken as interim relief
Objectives of interim relief
Using suspension as an interim relief
The duration and timeline of interim relief
Annual Report Filing
📅 19 Jan 2022, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Annual Report Filing
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead - Instructional Design Team Subject Matter Expert - eLearnPOSH.com Succeed Technologies
Topics for the Webinar:
What is an Annual Report?
What information must be included in the Annual Report?
Who is a District Officer?
What is the deadline to file the Annual Report?
How is the Annual Report different from the Directors’ Report?
Conducting Virtual Inquiry
📅 19 Nov 2021, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Conducting Virtual Inquiry
Maya Sreenivasan
Lead - Instructional Design Team Subject Matter Expert- eLearnPOSH.com Succeed Technologies
As remote working is as common as working from office now, it is crucial that the IC Members are well-equipped to handle complaints and conduct effective inquiries regardless of the location and mode of communication used during the inquiry. The webinar discusses points to keep in mind while doing online POSH inquiry.
Conciliation - the Alternate Redressal Method
📅 19 Nov 2021, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Conciliation - the Alternate Redressal Method
Viji Hari
Author, Columnist, D&I and POSH Specialist Founder - CecureUs
POSH Expert Viji Hari explained how conciliation works and answers all questions around conciliation.
Key Discussion Points:
Under what circumstances can IC initiate conciliation?
Can IC deny the complainant’s request for conciliation?
While the POSH Law has tried to be as descriptive as possible, it cannot cover all the possible scenarios. Understanding case laws will answer sevaral questions that cannot be answered by the POSH Law.
Steps Post Inquiry - Findings, Reasoning and Inquiry Report
📅 16 Jul 2021, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Steps Post Inquiry - Findings, Reasoning and Inquiry Report
Sandya Advani
POSH Consultant and External Member Founder - POSH Systems Member - Anti Sexual Harassment Council of WICCI
With the help of case studies, inquiry report templates and anecdotes from her experience as an External Member, Dr. Sandya Advani explained the criteria, data and circumstances to be considered when writing the findings, reasoning and recommendations. She also explained how to draft inquiry reports.
As an Internal Committee, there can be times when the employees may approach you seeking assistance to file a sexual harassment complaint with the police. As a police complaint is ruled by the Indian Penal Code, it is important that you understad how the provisions related to sexual harassment is different in the POSH Act and India Penal Code.
Filing Annual Report
📅 27 Nov 2020, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Filing Annual Report
Ms. Maya Sreenivasan
Psychologist, Subject Matter Expert at eLearnPOSH.com
As the deadline to file the POSH Annual Report was approaching, SME of eLearnPOSH.com explained the nuances of filing the Annual Report and answered questions around it.
Sexual Connotation in Harassment and Discrimination
📅 27 Nov 2020, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Sexual Connotation in Harassment and Discrimination
Many a time, IC members come across complaints from employees that amount to discrimination based on gender or sex but may not really amount to sexual harassment. This has led to several questions regarding the kind of complaints the IC should accept and inquire into. This webinar aims to clarify the difference between sexual harassment and gender discrimination and how IC members must go about it if they receive a discrimination complaint.
Inquiries during Pandemic
📅 27 Nov 2020, 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Topic 1: Inquiries during Pandemic
Advocate Sanya Talwar
Lawyer, Journalist, POSH Consultant
Since the Corporate India was new to working during a pandemic, journalist, lawyer and POSH Consultant, Advocate Sanya Talwar gave a detail guideline on accepting a sexual harassment complaint, interviewing the complainant, respondent and witnesses, maintaining confidentiality and all other aspects involved in a POSH inquiry amidst a pandemic.
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