Workshops on POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act
Workshops on POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act are conducted to educate participants about the laws and regulations surrounding sexual harassment and child abuse.
Day:- Wednesday
Date :- 23.4.25
Vanue:- Main school Building
Resource Person :- Mrs Shalu Sharma
(Legal Advisor and Legal consultant)
- To create awareness about the POSH Act and POCSO Act among participants
- To educate participants on identifying and reporting cases of sexual harassment and child abuse.
- To provide a platform for discussion and sharing experiences
- Understanding POSH Act: The POSH Act is a law that prevents sexual harassment of women at workplaces and provides a framework for organizations to deal with complaints. It applies to all organizations, including educational institutions .
- Understanding POCSO Act: The POCSO Act is a law that protects children from sexual abuse and harassment. It categorizes anyone under 18 as a child and imposes strict penalties for offenders.
- Importance of Reporting: Participants learned about the importance of reporting cases of sexual harassment and child abuse, and the procedures for doing so.
- Creating a Safe Environment: Workshops emphasized the need to create a safe and supportive environment for victims of sexual harassment and child abuse.
- Expert Sessions: Workshops featured expert sessions by renowned professionals, including lawyers and counselors.
- Interactive Discussions: Participants engaged in interactive discussions and shared their experiences and concerns.
- Case Studies: Workshops included case studies and examples to illustrate the application of POSH and POCSO Acts.
- Increased Awareness: Participants gained a deeper understanding of the POSH Act and POCSO Act.
- Improved Reporting: Participants learned about the procedures for reporting cases of sexual harassment and child abuse.
- Creating a Supportive Environment: Workshops emphasized the need to create a supportive environment for victims.
