POSH Services

EBS Consultancy Group offers specialized Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) services tailored for the education industry. These services ensure that educational institutions, including schools, colleges, universities, and EdTech organizations, comply with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013. EBS helps foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for students, faculty, and staff, promoting a culture of dignity and trust.

Key POSH Services

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POSH Policy Development and Customization for Educational Institutions

• Developing comprehensive POSH policies that comply with the Act and are specifically tailored to the unique context of educational institutions, considering the diverse relationships and power dynamics present (student-student, student-faculty, faculty-staff, etc.).
• Reviewing existing policies to ensure they are up-to-date, effective, and address the specific challenges of the education sector.

Internal Committee (IC) Constitution and Specialized Training

• Assisting in the proper constitution of the Internal Committee (IC) as mandated by the Act, ensuring appropriate representation from faculty, staff, and, where appropriate, student representatives.
• Providing specialized training to IC members on their roles, responsibilities, the inquiry process, and sensitivity towards handling cases within an educational setting. This training would emphasize confidentiality, impartiality, and the specific nuances of interactions within the educational context.

Awareness Programs Tailored for Educational Environments

• Designing and conducting engaging and informative awareness programs for all stakeholders (students, faculty, staff, and potentially parents) on the provisions of the POSH Act, what constitutes sexual harassment (with specific examples relevant to educational settings), reporting procedures, and the importance of creating a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Utilizing diverse training methods suitable for different age groups and learning styles, including workshops, seminars, online modules, and interactive sessions.

Complaint Handling and Inquiry Management within the Education Context

• Providing guidance on handling complaints of sexual harassment in a sensitive, confidential, fair, impartial, and timely manner, considering the specific dynamics of educational workplaces.
• Assisting in conducting inquiries and investigations as per the Act, ensuring adherence to due process and maintaining confidentiality to protect all parties involved.

Legal Compliance, Documentation, and Audit Support

• Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements related to POSH, including record-keeping, reporting, and display of mandatory notices within the institution.
• Assisting in preparing necessary documentation for internal and external audits, including those related to educational institution-specific compliance requirements.

Addressing Online Harassment and Cyberbullying:

• Providing guidance and training on addressing online harassment and cyberbullying, which are increasingly prevalent in educational settings, especially with the rise of online learning.
• Developing policies and procedures to prevent and address online harassment incidents.