POSH

Introduction

Filing a sexual harassment complaint under the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Act, 2013, is supposed to ensure a fair investigation and justice for victims. However, what if your company ignores your complaint?

Many women fear that:

The Scenario

In a well established corporate firm, a female employee shares a cordial relationship with a senior female colleague. At first, their interactions seem normal casual workplace conversations, occasional lunches, and friendly messages. However, things gradually take an uncomfortable turn.

The Scenario

A professional working at a prestigious corporate firm enjoys a productive work environment and is dedicated to career growth. However, over time, interactions with a senior colleague begin to take an uncomfortable turn.

Introduction

Many people confuse workplace harassment and discrimination, but they are not the same. Both can create an unsafe work environment, but they have different causes, legal protections, and ways to take action. Understanding the difference between harassment and discrimination will help employees know their rights and take the right steps if they face unfair treatment at work.

In this article, you will learn: