Conversations around workplace inclusion often leave out one of the most routine yet stigmatized aspects of women’s health, i.e.,menstruation. For many women, what should be a matter of basic support turns into daily discomfort because workplaces fail to consider menstrual needs as part of employee well-being. A recent study on menstrual hygiene management in Kerala’s… Continue reading Period Leave: Perk or Right?
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Safeguarding Justice: Interim Relief in POSH Inquiries
A 2022 report by Gapjil 119 revealed a stark reality: 8 out of 10 women who report sexual harassment at the workplace face some form of retaliation. Imagine the courage it takes for a complainant to step forward, only to face backlash that threatens her job security, reputation, or daily work life. This reality creates… Continue reading Safeguarding Justice: Interim Relief in POSH Inquiries
From Performative Compliance to Real Governance: Zooming into the Gaps in India’s Entertainment Industry
“The truth will set you free, but first it will cost you something.” — Anonymous In the world of entertainment, where creativity should soar freely, a harsh reality persists: many women face silence, invisibility, and sometimes outright retaliation when they speak out against harassment. This is not just an incident but a widespread issue. Shockingly,… Continue reading From Performative Compliance to Real Governance: Zooming into the Gaps in India’s Entertainment Industry
Beyond Tokenism: Are Workplaces Truly Supporting “Different” Employees
“Arre, aap toh unhe utha kar le jaa sakte hai” — “Someone can just lift them up.” In an interview with The Lallantop, former Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, shared the profound challenges he faced in finding suitable housing for his daughters, who are differently abled. Despite his esteemed position, he and his wife… Continue reading Beyond Tokenism: Are Workplaces Truly Supporting “Different” Employees
