Faculty Development Session on “Behaviour at Workplace”
Date: 24th July 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Venue: Third Floor Conclave, PIMSR
As part of the Faculty Development Program (FDP) at PIMSR, a special session on “Behaviour at Workplace” was conducted on 24th July 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Third Floor Conclave.
The Session was organized for all new joinees of Mahatma Education Society (MES) for the year 2025, with a participation of approximately 40–50 teaching and non-teaching staff members from various departments and institutions under MES.
The Resource Person, Ms. Yvette Lee, a qualified therapist and counsellor with MES, led the session, offering crucial insights into professional ethics, boundaries, and appropriate behavior in academic settings.
Key Highlights:
- Maintaining boundaries with students:
Ms. Lee emphasized that faculty must avoid developing personal or informal relationships with students while they are on campus. Overfamiliarity can lead to students taking undue advantage, which can compromise both professionalism and institutional integrity. - Real examples from MES institutions:
Through real-life cases that occurred within MES, Ms. Lee illustrated the consequences of crossing boundaries — not just with students but also with fellow faculty members. - POSH Compliance and Online Conduct:
A significant focus was placed on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act and how its guidelines extend beyond the classroom. Faculty were specifically advised not to accept social media requests from students on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, even after hours. - Professionalism and Institutional Policy:
The session reiterated MES’s policy of maintaining respectful and strictly professional conduct in all forms of interaction — verbal, written, and digital.
The session was deeply insightful and was received with seriousness and appreciation by the attendees. It served as a valuable orientation to MES culture and expectations for all new teaching faculty.
Staff Development Session on “Behaviour at Workplace”
Date: 24th July 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Venue: Third Floor Conclave, PIMSR
A comprehensive session on “Behaviour at Workplace” was held on 24th July 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Third Floor Conclave, PIMSR, as part of the Staff Development Program (SDP).
This session was specially designed for all new joinees of MES for the academic year 2025, with an active participation of nearly 40–50 teaching and non-teaching staff members.
The session was conducted by Ms. Yvette Lee, an experienced Therapist and Counsellor with Mahatma Education Society (MES). It aimed to cultivate awareness about appropriate workplace behaviour and the importance of maintaining ethical boundaries.
Key Points Covered:
- Professional conduct with students and colleagues:
Ms. Lee emphasized the importance of maintaining formal boundaries, especially with students, as any deviation may lead to misinterpretation or misuse. This is particularly critical for new staff as they integrate into the institutional culture. - Case examples from MES history:
She shared various real-life scenarios from within MES institutions to illustrate how small lapses in judgment can escalate into serious issues. - POSH Act awareness and social media guidelines:
Staff were informed about the POSH Act provisions and their responsibility to avoid any behavior — offline or online — that may be construed as inappropriate. Strict advice was given to avoid accepting or initiating social media connections with students on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. - Respect and discipline at the workplace:
Staff were encouraged to foster mutual respect, follow official communication channels, and uphold the dignity of their roles.
This orientation session provided a strong foundation for all new staff to understand and align with MES values. It set a tone of professionalism, respect, and awareness, crucial for maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace.
