As part of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign led by the United Nations, the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) of Pillai Institute of Management Studies & Research (PIMSR) organized an awareness session titled “Respect at Work: Navigating Sexual Harassment Laws with Confidence” on 11th December, 2025 at the Auditorium, Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, New Panvel. The session was conducted by Advocate Meenakshi Gopalakrishnan for MBA First Year students, with a total of 120 students in attendance.
The primary objective of the session was to create awareness about workplace dignity, gender sensitivity, and legal safeguards available under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), and to empower students with the knowledge to identify, prevent, and report instances of sexual harassment confidently. During the session, the speaker explained the scope and applicability of the POSH Act, the legal definition of sexual harassment, the responsibilities of employers, and the role and functioning of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC). She also highlighted reporting procedures, confidentiality requirements, inquiry timelines, and the consequences of non-compliance by organizations.
Real-life case studies were discussed to help students understand the practical application of the law and the importance of early reporting, empathy, and timely action.
The learning outcomes of the session included enhanced awareness of legal rights and protections, clarity on complaint redressal mechanisms, and an understanding of shared responsibility in creating safe and respectful workplaces. Overall, the session successfully sensitized students and encouraged them to contribute proactively toward inclusive, ethical, and harassment-free professional environments.
