25th July 2025 | Issue No. 91

The Equilibrio Gazette

A brief buletin 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.

25th July 2025 | Issue No. 91

Upcoming Events

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

SHe-Box Simplified Workshop – are you confused about the nitty-gritties of SHe-Box registration, IC details, Nodal Officer roles, or record-keeping under #POSHAct2013? This workshop clears it all up for HRs, IC members & admins. Don’t miss out on this vital session. Limited seats
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Celebrate the spirit of Disability Pride Month with us. Join us on 26th July, 3–4 PM for a live panel exploring the realities of living with disabilities, unconscious bias, and inclusive practices. Hear from community voices and allies on how workplaces and society can better support and empower the disabled community.
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Become a Certified POSH Trainer!! Advance your career and champion safer, more equitable workplaces. Join our Train-the-Trainer Workshop and gain expert insights from facilitators with 20+ years of legal, psychosocial, and practical experience. Limited seats
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In the Spotlight!

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

Join us on 26th July, 3–4 PM on LinkedIn for a powerful discussion with disabled voices and allies. Explore daily realities, emotional impact, and inclusive solutions that benefit all. Don’t miss this vital conversation in honour of Disability Pride Month! Meet the speakers by clicking below!
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The need for accessibility starts early. Assam’s move to offer Indian Sign Language as a high school elective marks a major step toward inclusion of disabled persons and their lives into public education. This initiative affirms that diverse communication styles belong in the mainstream.
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Supportive systems make it possible for people to express and meet their access needs. This Disability Pride Month, let’s break stigma, build awareness, and normalize inclusive practices that help everyone thrive. Inclusion starts with empathy—and we all have a role to play.
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Stay Current!

~ Spotlighting Landmark Judgments since passing of the Law!

I - LEGAL UPDATES

The Karnataka High Court upheld the acquittal of an accused under POCSO, ruling that DNA evidence alone, without corroborative testimony, cannot prove guilt. Despite a positive DNA report, the victim and her family denied the offence. The Court stressed that scientific evidence must be supported by reliable oral evidence.
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The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld the acquittal of a man accused under POCSO, IPC, and SC/ST Acts, ruling that mere verbal expression (saying “I Love You”) without sexual or caste-based intent does not constitute an offence. The Court found no proof of stalking, sexual intent, or caste motive, and dismissed the State’s appeal.
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The Supreme Court, acting on a writ, directed all High Courts and State Governments to construct and maintain inclusive toilets for women, PwDs, and transgender persons. Deeming it a matter of dignity and accessibility, it warned non-compliant High Courts of possible contempt and personal appearance requirements.
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II - Exploring Intersections

Inclusive POSH Complaint Handling Creating safe, accessible workplaces does not stop with addressing gender issues. It also includes recognizing the unique needs of persons with disabilities and the concerns they might face while escalating a POSH complaint. Click here to learn more.
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Ableism, is an unconscious bias that discriminates against people with disabilities. Ableism is most commonplace and yet unaddressed through the everyday language we use. In this article, Rosanna Rodrigues and Usri Basistha break down how can ableism creeps into our daily speech and how we can be better allies in this regard. Click here to read the article.
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Engage with us!

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

Did You Know that Pimpri-Chinchwad, near Pune in Maharashtra, is pioneering disability inclusion? Its Municipal Corporation has launched a comprehensive door-to-door survey in partnership with Divyang Bhavan. This initiative aims to document the population of disabled residents and their needs and accessibility barriers. This survey will be a milestone move, albeit at a small scale, towards addressing a critical data gap in India’s disability community. By understanding what services are accessible or lacking, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation is setting an example for better governance and inclusive policy-making at the local level.

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: What is the UDID card, when was it introduced, what are its benefits, and how can I apply for it?

Answer: The UDID (Unique Disability ID) card was launched in 2016 to make life easier for persons with disabilities. It gives you a single ID to access various government benefits like travel concessions, scholarships, healthcare, and job or education reservations without having to carry multiple documents. It also helps avoid repeated disability assessments.

If you or someone you know needs to apply, you can do it easily online.

Click here to access the UDID portal

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