POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Awareness
POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Awareness
POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Awareness
Course Overview
POSH
Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Gain a clear understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment, the responsibilities of employers and employees, and the practical steps needed to prevent misconduct. The course helps professionals foster a workplace culture built on dignity, respect, and compliance.
What You Will Learn
The main objectives of the course are:
- Understand what constitutes sexual harassment at work.
- Recognize different forms of harassment and misconduct.
- Know the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers.
- Understand relevant laws, policies, and compliance requirements.
- Learn how to report and handle complaints appropriately.
- Apply bystander intervention techniques.
- Support a culture of dignity, inclusion, and respect.
- Prevent retaliation and protect complainants.
- Strengthen organizational POSH policies and practices.
Who Should Enroll
This certificate is designed for employees at all levels, team leaders, supervisors, managers, HR professionals, and internal committee members responsible for building and maintaining a safe, respectful, and harassment-free workplace.
Skills You Will Build
- Harassment Awareness
- Workplace Respect
- Legal & Compliance Understanding
- Bystander Intervention
- Complaint Handling
- Policy Application
- Inclusive Culture Building
- Reporting Procedures
- Preventive Practices
- Professional Conduct
- Harassment Prevention
- Workplace Respect & Dignity
- Compliance Awareness
- Complaint & Grievance Handling
- Bystander Intervention
- Policy Implementation
- Inclusive Workplace Culture
- Professional Conduct
- Safe Reporting Practices
Course Outline – Prevention of Sexual Harassment
Module 1: Understanding Sexual Harassment at Work
- What Workplace Sexual Harassment Is
- Why Prevention Matters
- The Scope of the Problem
- Dignity, Safety, and the Right to Work
Module 2: The Legal Framework and Your Rights
- The Constitutional and Human-Rights Basis
- Key Statutes and Regulations
- Employer Obligations Under Law
- Your Rights as an Employee
Module 3: The Evolution of Harassment Law and Standards
- Origins of Anti-Harassment Protections
- Landmark Cases and Turning Points
- The Vishakha Guidelines and Statutory Codification
- Comparative Global Frameworks
Module 4: Defining Sexual Harassment
- Quid Pro Quo Harassment
- Hostile Work Environment
- Verbal, Physical, and Visual Conduct
- Concrete Examples and Edge Cases
Module 5: Recognizing Subtle and Unwelcome Behaviors
- The Meaning of Unwelcome Conduct
- Microaggressions and Everyday Slights
- Reading Context and Intent
- When Humor Crosses the Line
Module 6: The Impact of Harassment
- Psychological and Health Effects on Targets
- Effects on Teams and Morale
- Organizational and Financial Costs
- The Ripple Effect on Culture
Module 7: Power Dynamics and Vulnerability
- How Power Enables Harassment
- Hierarchy, Dependency, and Fear
- Why Targets Stay Silent
- Recognizing Abuse of Authority
Module 8: Intersectionality and At-Risk Groups
- Intersecting Identities and Compounded Risk
- Contract, Gig, and Informal Workers
- Gender, LGBTQ+, and Minority Vulnerability
- Designing Inclusive Protections
Module 9: The Internal Committee
- Composition and Mandatory Members
- Powers and Responsibilities
- The Presiding Officer and External Member
- The IC in the Organizational Structure
Module 10: Reporting and Complaint Mechanisms
- Formal and Informal Channels
- How to File a Complaint
- Timelines and Filing Requirements
- Supporting a Colleague Who Reports
Learn at your convenience
*Note: These are self-paced courses, allowing learners to study independently at their own pace.
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