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Mangaluru, Jan 20 : Guest Lecture on the POSH Act was organised at St Agnes College on 20th January 2025 for the Students of Arts. Dr. Deviprabha was the guest speaker.

Objective:

The primary objective of this session was to enhance the understanding and awareness of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace (POSH) Act among students.

This included:

1. Understanding the key provisions and legal framework of the POSH Act.
2. Identifying different forms of sexual harassment in the workplace.
3. Learning about prevention strategies and best practices.
4. Familiarizing with the internal complaints committee (ICC) and its functions.
5. Understanding the legal remedies and support available to victims.

Key Takeaways:

Dr. Deviprabha provided a comprehensive overview of the POSH Act, highlighting its significance and legal implications.

The session emphasized the importance of creating a safe and respectful workplace environment free from all forms of sexual harassment.

Various forms of sexual harassment, including verbal, physical, and psychological, were discussed with real-life examples.

Dr. Deviprabha shed light on the role and responsibilities of the ICC, including investigation procedures, confidentiality, and support mechanisms for complainants.

The session also addressed the legal remedies available to victims, including civil and criminal action.

The session started with Rajwa giving the welcome speech. Dr R Nagesh welcomed Dr Deviprabha florally. The audience actively participated in the discussion, raising relevant questions and sharing their concerns. The session ended with a vote of thanks delivered by Nishath from III BA.