POSH – Prevention of Sexual Harrassment at Workplace

As per survey, One in five (5) women and one in twenty five (25) men have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace.

A POSH training program  is a program that educates employees and employers about the POSH Act and how to recognize sexual harrassment at the workplace and to prevent it.
  • What is the PoSH Act?
    The PoSH Act, also known as the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, is an Indian law that aims to increase workplace safety and security by preventing and addressing sexual harassment. 
  • What does PoSH training cover?
    PoSH training covers the laws surrounding sexual harassment, its various forms, and how to recognize and prevent it. 
How long is a PoSH training course?
  • A PoSH training course can be 15–20 hours long, with sessions that are usually about two hours long and take place once a week. 
How can PoSH training be made engaging?
Some ways to make PoSH training engaging include:
  • Using case studies to provide real-life context 
  • Using gamification to boost engagement 
  • Using role-playing sessions to provide practical experience 
  • Using visual learning tools 
  • Creating safe spaces for open discussions 

POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) training is essential to creating a workplace free from sexual harassment.

This would help employees to understand what constitutes sexual harassment, how to report it, and how to protect themselves from it. It also helps employers create a workplace culture of respect and accountability.

Additionally, by learning how to report sexual harassment, employees can help to ensure that harassers are held accountable. POSH training is an important tool for creating a workplace free from sexual harassment. By providing this training to employees, employers can help to create a more respectful and productive work environment for everyone.

What You'll Learn

Module 1: Gender Equity And Inclusion

  • Gender and its social construction
  • Unconscious bias and stereotypes
  • Gender-based discrimination and bias
  • Inclusivity and Diversity

Module 2: Genesis Of Posh Act, 2013

  • International conventions relating to prevention of sexual harassment of women at workplace
  • Indian legal system pertaining to prevention of sexual harassment of women at workplace before POSH
  • Features of Visakha Guidelines
  • Evolution of The Sexual Harassment Of Women At Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition And Redressal) Act, 2013

Module 3: Salient Features Of Posh Act, 2013

  • Definition of some important terms used in the Act
  • Meaning of sexual harassment in the Act
  • Types of sexual harassment at workplace
  • What is not considered as sexual harassment

Module 4: Prevention & Prohibition Under Posh Act,2013

  • Definition of employer
  • Role & Duties of employer
  • Creation of Internal Committee and its functions
  • Creation of Local Committee and its functions

Module 5: Redressal And Monitoring Mechanism Under Posh Act, 2013

  • Who can complain
  • Rights of the complaint and respondent
  • Steps in redressal mechanism
  • Confidentiality as per the law

Module 6: Capability Building In Organisations For Implementing Posh Act 2013

  • Sensitization and Awareness
  • Internal Policy Development
  • Compliance reporting
  • Role of HR in building capability

Module 7: Foundation Of Effective Presentations

  • Audience Analysis
  • Content Creation
  • Delivery Techniques

Module 8: Audience Interaction And Engagement

  • Strategies to interact with the audience
  • Visuals and Tools for presentation
  • Ways to handle difficult questions
Course NameDelivery ModeFeeSpecial Offer
POSH Training for TrainersClassroom/Live Online₹5,000 inclusive of taxesDuration of course is 1 month

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