9th May 2025 2025 | Issue No. 80

Illustration highlighting October as Mental Health Awareness Month in the workplace, featuring calming elements like plants and symbols of well-being, promoting stress management and emotional support among employees.

The Equilibrio Gazette

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laws (like POSH, POCSO, Transgender Persons Act, etc.) and the
psychosocial intersections that impact the workplace.

9th May 2025 2025 | Issue No. 80

Illustration highlighting October as Mental Health Awareness Month in the workplace, featuring calming elements like plants and symbols of well-being, promoting stress management and emotional support among employees.

Upcoming Events

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

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s crucial to address stress faced by Internal Committee (IC) members during POSH processes. As part of our monthly meeting, join us on May 30, 2025, for a session led by experts Rosanna Rodrigues and Lakshita Bhati, hosted by POSHequili and Equilibrio Advisory LLP.
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In the Spotlight!

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

Everyone wears a mask, hiding struggles behind silence or smiles. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s foster safe spaces and community support, encouraging openness, connection, and vulnerability. It’s okay to not be okay—together, we can support healing and wellbeing.
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In April, over 80 participants joined our POSH awareness session, highlighting the growing need for workplace safety conversations. Led by Samriti Makkar Midha and Adv. Bhumika Jain, the session received positive feedback. More sessions are coming soon.
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In our recent poll, 50% of respondents voiced concern over the growing issue of AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM), while the other half sought more information—showing both awareness and curiosity. To learn how the UK, Ireland, and the US are addressing this, head to our LinkedIn.
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Feeling overwhelmed? Try the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique—a sensory grounding exercise to ease anxiety and refocus. Notice 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste. It’s a simple, calming way to reset your mind and return to the present moment.
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Stay Current!

~ Spotlighting Landmark Judgments since passing of the Law!

I - LEGAL UPDATES

The Supreme Court ruled that denying a disabled SC candidate MBBS admission was unconstitutional, emphasizing that substantive equality requires reasonable accommodation, not exclusion. It ordered his admission without reappearing for NEET-UG and directed the NMC to revise guidelines to prevent future discrimination against qualified persons with disabilities.
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After the Jharkhand High Court urged justice for advocates through health and welfare benefits, the state responded with a landmark ₹5 lakh health insurance scheme, pensions, stipends, and education support. Launched on May 3, 2025, the scheme marks a historic step toward advocate welfare and institutional justice in India.
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Poshequilli
The Allahabad High Court held that non-consensual carnal intercourse, even within marriage, can be prosecuted under Section 377 IPC though not rape under Section 375. Citing Navtej Singh Johar and K.S. Puttaswamy, the court upheld individual sexual autonomy and found sufficient grounds to proceed on charges including dowry-related cruelty.
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II - Exploring Intersections

DEIB—Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging—has evolved from decades of social movements and now shapes inclusive, adaptive workplaces. A strong DEIB program fosters equity, addresses biases, and enhances employee well-being, creativity, and retention. Despite challenges, it drives innovation and growth when embraced holistically. Read more on our website.
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Mental Health Awareness Month urges us to create inclusive workspaces. To that end, it is important to understand concepts that relate to the lived experiences of persons with disabilities and neurodivergent folx. One such framework is the Spoon Theory. It serves as a powerful metaphor that helps explain the energy limitations faced by individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or neurodivergence. To learn more, head to our LinkedIn.
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Engage with us!

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

Did you know that the fear and anxiety experienced during wartime are not just emotional responses, but deeply rooted psychological reactions to constant threat and uncertainty? When a country is actively at war, individuals may live in heightened states of alertness, causing chronic stress, sleep disturbances, and even PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). This “survival mode” can impact decision-making, relationships, and physical health. Fear becomes a daily reality, not just from direct violence, but from the unpredictability of what tomorrow may bring. Take care and reach out for help if needed.

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: How can we effectively deal with misinformation on any form of media platforms during high-alert or wartime situations? What should responsible citizens do to prevent panic?
 
Answer: Citizens should verify information before sharing it, relying on trusted, official sources like government updates or trusted news outlets. It’s important to check with reliable fact-checkers to confirm if the information has been verified. Avoid spreading unconfirmed rumors or sensationalized content. Engaging in critical thinking and encouraging others to do the same can help maintain calm, preventing panic and ensuring communities stay informed during challenging times.

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