EA LLP Newsletter - 9th March 2024 ?

The Equilibrio Gazette

A brief bulletin for building safe workspaces! This weekly newsletter is your gateway to staying current on relevant laws (like POSH, POCSO, Transgender Persons Act, etc.) and the psychosocial intersections that impact the workplace.

9th March 2024 | Edition 21

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendars! In this section, we highlight an upcoming event you won't want to miss.

Despite facing immense pressures, lawyers are frequently excluded from mental health discourse. Our roundtable aims to change that narrative by providing a safe space for advocates to openly discuss their challenges and explore strategies for fostering mental wellness in the workplace. Admission is free, so register today and contribute to this vital conversation. Register Now

We are conducting a POSH Certification Workshop on 20th & 21st April 2024. In this workshop, understand the multifaceted realm of sexual harassment inquiries. From defining responsibilities of the IC to navigating inquiry timelines and redressing complaints, delve into comprehensive strategies. The participants will be provided with draft templates, case laws & certificates. Register now

In the Spotlight!

Explore ways to build your knowledge and capacity with our team of in-house experts!

Our Partners, Samriti and Sana, were panellist at FICCI Frames 2024, themed "Empowering Voices, Ensuring Cine Safety," the event spotlighted safety challenges for women and children in the entertainment sector. Discussions delved into partnership opportunities, regulatory effectiveness of POCSO and POSH from both psychological and legal perspective.

As we delve into gender roles this Women's Day, a Tech Mahindra video showcases women in STEM fields challenging stereotypes. Yet, despite their qualifications and achievements, women in STEM fields often find their expertise overlooked within their own families, pointing to deeply ingrained societal biases and gender stereotypes that still persist. ( Watch Here )

The theme this year is "Invest in women: Accelerate progress" and therefore we are celebrating our commitment to inclusivity in the workplace. We asked our team members about what makes them feel included, valued, and seen in their roles. Click here to read what our employees think.

This Women's Day let's ensure we include the voices of Dalit women. Dr. Ritu Singh has been protesting over 193 days against caste discrimination at Daulat Ram College, Delhi. She was terminated from her role as ad hoc Professor allegedly due to her caste identity. Read about it here.

Stay Current!

Sneak peek into all that's in mainstream discourse this week!

I - LEGAL UPDATES

A Brazilian cyclist's harrowing gang rape in Kurumahat, Jharkhand, sparks global concern about India's tourist safety. Legal actions and tourism initiatives underscore the need for systemic change and vigilance. Read More

Calcutta High Court held that calling an unknown woman "darling" is sexual harassment and punishable under law. The term is seen as sexually suggestive and violates laws against insulting a woman's modesty. This applies even if the man is drunk or meant it as a joke. Read More

India Today's controversial program misrepresented LGBTQIA+ individuals, prompting NBDSA intervention and issuance of new guidelines. The guidelines states that the media should avoid sensationalism, hate speech, respect privacy, and provide diverse representation. Read More

II - EXPLORING INTERSECTIONS

Today, it is important to consider the issues faced by transwomen. Facing violence both in the streets and in the privacy of home, transwomen are often forgotten when we speak of women's rights. Read this article to find out more.

Engage with us!

Here's your weekly food for thought through a Fun Fact or Quiz

Did you know?

On March 8, 1917, in Petrograd, women textile workers started protesting for "Bread and Peace" – they wanted the end of World War I, food shortages, and Tsarism. This led to the February Revolution, which, along with the October Revolution, formed the Russian Revolution. Leon Trotsky, a revolutionary leader, said, "23 February in Julian Calendar (which is 8th March) was International Woman's Day and meetings and actions were foreseen. But we did not imagine that this 'Women's Day' would inaugurate the great revolutions.

Have a burning question about POSH? Maybe Mental Health at Work, Child safety or DEI&B strategies? Drop us an email with your query and we would love to answer it, in all seriousness.

Curious Cat: Do you how Indian women are fairing in the STEM field?

Answer: A whopping 43% of Indian graduates in the STEM field are women. However, when it comes to actually working in STEM, that number dwindles down to 28%. There is a systemic bias against women pursuing STEM in India. Fewer research grants are awarded to women. Even fewer are published works by women in leading journals.

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