18th July 2025 | Issue No. 90

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.

18th July 2025 | Issue No. 90

Upcoming Events

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

Join us for a powerful live panel discussion celebrating Disability Pride Month. This event, happening on 26th July from 3 – 4 p.m., intends to reveal the overlooked aspects of living with disabilities, explore unconscious bias, and highlight inclusive practices. Hear from diverse experts from the community, as well as allies and discover how workplaces and society can better support and uplift the disabled community.
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POSHequili, powered by Equilibrio Advisory LLP, is dedicated to helping clients and Internal Committee (IC) members foster safe, inclusive workplaces through focused learning initiatives.

This month’s spotlight is on “Complicated Conciliation Cases”. And will feature exclusive sessions on the basics of conciliation and the challenges posed by workplace dynamics and the feasibility of terms.

Are you in L&D, HR, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, or an IC member or manager conducting POSH training? Elevate your skills with Equilibrio Advisory LLP’s virtual POSH Train the Trainer Certification Workshop this August. Gain legal and psychological insights, practical tools, and confidence to lead impactful sessions. Register now—limited seats!
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In the Spotlight!

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

BTS’s Suga donated 5 million won to launch an autism center in Seoul, blending music therapy and mental health care. His MIND initiative and volunteer work broke through stigma and paved the way for inclusion. Don’t miss our Disability Pride Month Live Panel on the 26th of July, to explore the daily realities and challenges faced by persons with disabilities.
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Boredom isn’t a problem—it’s an invitation to explore. When children display boredom do the following: Acknowledge their feelings, spark curiosity, enrich their environment, allow unstructured time, and let them take the lead. That’s where creativity begins. Here are some fun, screen-free ways to respond when a child says, “I’m bored.
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India’s disability data has long been underreported—capped at 2.2% due to limited recognition and stigma. The upcoming 2026 Census aims to change that by counting all 21 disabilities under the RPWD Act.

This is a milestone for representation and inclusive policymaking. To understand how data gaps affect the lives and rights of persons with disabilities, join our Live Event on the 26th of July – The Invisible Cost and Impact of Disability.

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Progress isn’t always visible—it can mean setting boundaries, asking for help, or choosing rest. Disability Pride honors your journey, not society’s pace. You define what growth looks like. Holistic well-being means making space to heal, feel, and thrive. Celebrate your resilience, brilliance, and every step you’ve taken.
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Stay Current!

~ Spotlighting Landmark Judgments since passing of the Law!

I - LEGAL UPDATES

The Madhya Pradesh High Court fined the State ₹5 lakh for delaying the FIR in a workplace sexual harassment case and imposed a ₹1 lakh penalty on the institute. It directed the accused former Vice‑Chancellor to pay ₹35 lakh in compensation for salary loss, emotional distress, and reputational damage
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The Supreme Court directed Tamil Nadu prisons to promptly identify inmates with disabilities and ensure accessible infrastructure such as ramps, toilets, sensory environments, and therapy spaces. It mandated staff training, accessible communication formats, and healthcare equivalent to community standards. The State must amend its Prison Manual within six months to align with RPwD Act and UNCRPD
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Allahabad HC ruled in a case involving a UPSRTC driver who sustained a permanent 40% locomotor disability affecting his left arm and leg. Despite multiple medical boards recommending light duties, the Corporation denied him work. The HC mandated officer sensitisation, suitable role assignment, arrears with 7% interest, and penalties for non-compliance.
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II - Exploring Intersections

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013—commonly known as the POSH Act—aims to protect women from sexual harassment at work and ensure proper redressal mechanisms. Importantly, it also includes provisions that enable persons with disabilities to file complaints under the Act.
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Engage with us!

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

Did you know about Seyiekhrietuo Thomas Sachü and his unique journey? A biker from Nagaland Sachü lives with Post-Polio Residual Paralysis (PPRP).

To break the stigma and discrimination that surrounds the disabled community, he is embarking on a solo ride across India. His journey will span over all 36 states and Union Territories and a duration of six months.
Sachü began his journey on the first day of Disability Pride Month, and found a lot of encouragement from riding clubs and disability advocates. His journey is already garnering visibility around the lives of persons with disabilities and breaking myths around them.

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 parents and caregivers proactively foster daily braille engagement, and by what age should structured braille introduction begin?

Answer: It is recommended to begin introducing braille through playful, tactile activities like textured books, dot‑matching games, or braille LEGO bricks from ages 2–3 to build fingertip awareness and fine‑motor skills. Once your child is comfortable with touch, introduce uncontracted braille letters and simple words around preschool (age 3–5), then progress to shorter, contracted braille by age 5–6 for smoother reading. Make it fun, sing the alphabet as they trace, label everyday items, read braille books together with audio narration and celebrate small wins to boost motivation of the child.

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