5th December 2025 | Issue No. 110

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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.

5th December 2025 | Issue No. 110

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Upcoming Events

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

Are you POSH-compliant? At Equilibrio Advisory LLP, we champion safe and inclusive workplaces through thorough POSH training. Haven’t finished yours yet? Register for our upcoming Mop-Up Trainings — a key step toward ensuring a harassment-free environment.
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Are you POSH compliant 5th Dec 2025
Building Safe Workspaces Everywhere Strengthening POSH in Atypical and Non Traditional Workplaces
Wondering how to apply POSH law to your non-conventional workplace? this is one conversation you won’t want to miss. Join us live on 9th December as we celebrate the POSH Anniversary and explore ways to strengthen POSH implementation in non-traditional work environments.
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How does play shape wellbeing? The Opentree Foundation explores this at the Play Summit 2025! Our Co-Founder, Samriti Makkar Midha, moderates a dynamic panel on why play is essential for holistic health. At Child Safety at Work, we champion joy, safety, and connection. Don’t miss it!
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How does Play shape our wellbeing 5th Dec 2025

In the Spotlight!

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

What exactly counts as a workplace today? From virtual classrooms to airport corridors, brewery floors, delivery routes, and legal hubs, workspaces have transformed—and so have risks. Join our POSH Anniversary roundtable as speakers Anjali Chatterjee , Sharvari Ujjwal Nikam, Ankita Saple and Ankur Jolly , moderated by Samriti Makkar Midha and Sana Hakim, unpack how POSH must evolve for atypical workplaces.
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What exactly counts as a workplace today 5th Dec 2025
On World AIDS Day it is important to acknowledge the cost of misinformation on people living with HIV AIDS 5th Dec 2025
On World AIDS Day, it is important to acknowledge the cost of misinformation on people living with HIV/AIDS. A poignant impact of this was the profound impact of the AIDS epidemic on LGBTQIA+ communities worldwide.Together, let’s create a world where everyone is seen, supported, and safe.
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Life doesn’t always come with unlimited energy—especially for neurodivergent folks. Every activity uses ‘spoons,’ or units of energy. Some days you’ll have fewer, and that’s okay. Prioritize what matters, set gentle boundaries, and honor your needs. Managing spoons isn’t limiting—it’s empowering. Your energy matters.
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Life doesnt always come with unlimited energy—especially for neurodivergent folx 5th Dec 2025

Stay Current!

~ Spotlighting Landmark Judgments since passing of the Law!

I - LEGAL UPDATES

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Karnataka High Court Seeks Status Report from State on Implementation of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act
The Karnataka High Court has directed the State Government to file a comprehensive status report on the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The report is expected to detail progress on key compliance requirements including accessibility measures, welfare initiatives, and institutional mechanisms mandated under the law. This order reinforces the need for active and accountable enforcement of disability rights in the State.
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A recent judgment has reaffirmed that proceedings under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 are remedial and civil in nature, intended to secure protection and relief for survivors rather than to operate as a criminal prosecution. The Court clarified that while magistrates may use criminal procedure for enforcement, the objective remains safeguarding women’s rights and ensuring timely access to civil remedies under the law.
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DV Act Proceedings Are Remedial and Not Equivalent to Criminal Prosecution and judgement copy is pertaining to this article

II - Exploring Intersections

South African teen Bohlale Mphahlele from Limpopo has designed a discreet earpiece 5th Dec 2025
As we continue to observe #16DaysofActivism, it is important to recognize the contributions of innovators who are fighting against gender based violence. One such visionary is South African teenager Bohlale Mphahlele who has created an groundbreaking yet simple piece of tech.
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Do organisations truly know and follow their responsibilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016? This short survey helps check basic awareness of the compliance requirements that exist under the law.

Take a moment to explore these obligations and see how workplaces can better support accessibility and inclusion.

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Are You Compliant with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

Engage with us!

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

Did You Know that the film “My Brother… Nikhil” (2005), directed by queer Indian filmmaker Onir, was truly ahead of its time in portraying the harsh realities faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals? The story follows a closeted gay swimmer who, who upon discovering he has AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), must navigate deeply inaccessible social and healthcare systems that strip away his basic humanity.

This powerful film highlights the extent of discrimination fueled by homophobia and the widespread misinformation surrounding AIDS and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). Watching it offers important insights into how stigma and bias can worsen the challenges faced by those living with HIV/AIDS and the LGBTQIA+ community.

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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 does the concept of “grief time” mean, and why is it important to support those experiencing it?
 
Answer:
“Grief time,” a term coined by Erich Lindemann in the 1940s, refers to the personal, non-linear periods of time that individuals need to process loss, trauma, or significant change at their own pace. Unlike the popular notion of fixed “stages of grief,” grief time recognizes that healing varies widely and is not experienced the same way by everyone.
 
This concept overlaps with “crip time,” which acknowledges that disabled and chronically ill people experience time and healing differently due to unique challenges. Supporting those in grief time means offering empathy, validating their feelings, and providing safe, nonjudgmental environments—whether through listening, practical help, or professional care—that honor each individual’s healing journey.
 
If you or anyone you know is experiencing “grief time”, you can reach out to us connect@equilibrioadvisory.org
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