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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.
21st February 2025 | Issue No. 69
In the Spotlight!
Explore ways to build your knowledge and capacity with our team of in-house experts!
Our founder, Samriti Makkar Midha, conducted an in-person IC Training at Educate Girls, focusing on effective strategies for navigating, responding to, and conducting inquiries under the POSH Law. The session aimed to equip Internal Committee members with essential skills to foster safe and equitable workplaces, ensuring compliance with the law.
Valentine’s Day can be tough for teens navigating relationships. Parents can help by fostering open, judgment-free communication, listening, validating emotions, and guiding healthy boundaries. Encouraging self-care, resilience, and modeling healthy relationships are crucial for building confidence and self-worth. Creating a safe space for dialogue is essential for emotional growth.
Google’s recent decision to remove references to Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and LGBTQ+ holidays from its calendars has sparked confusion and concern. This move aligns with broader trends in the tech industry to scale back DEI initiatives, risking the erosion of workplace diversity, inclusivity, and representation.
Valentine’s Day highlights love, but it’s okay if you didn’t feel like celebrating. Whether in a toxic relationship or single, prioritizing self-care is essential. Walking away from what no longer serves you allows space for personal growth. Remember, focusing on your well-being is necessary, not selfish.
Stay Current!
~ Spotlighting Landmark Judgments since passing of the Law!
I - LEGAL UPDATES
The Kerala HC held that the Internal Committee (IC) lacked jurisdiction to proceed with an inquiry under the POSH Act when the complaint did not include allegations of sexual harassment. The court emphasized that for IC action, the complaint must meet the legal criteria of sexual harassment, which was absent in this case.
The Mumbai HC upheld the conviction of an accused who sent inappropriate messages like “I like you” and “sexy” along with obscene content to a former corporator. The court ruled it insulted her modesty and found the messages originated from the accused’s phone, affirming the conviction under IPC Section 509 and IT Act Sections 67 and 67A.
The Delhi HC upheld the acquittal of a respondent in a POCSO Act case, ruling that the prosecution failed to conclusively prove the victim’s age. The court emphasized that without definitive proof of the minor’s age, it would be unjust to convict, even if the victim’s testimony indicated consent to the relationship.
II - Exploring Intersections
Aromanticism is a romantic orientation where individuals experience little to no romantic attraction. Despite forming deep, meaningful connections, aromantic people often face prejudice and stereotypes. Celebrating Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week highlights the importance of acknowledging diverse relational styles, challenging the norm that romantic love is the ultimate form of connection. To learn more, head onto our LinkedIn.
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