Facing retaliation after a POSH complaint

What usually matters in this situation, and the papers to keep ready before you meet an advocate or free legal aid (call 15100).

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Where you stand

Next step Complain in writing to the Internal Committee within 3 months of the last incident (extendable); if there is no committee, go to the Local Committee or SHe-Box.

Do these now

A dated, private account of each incident: what happened, where, who was nearby
Detailed notes made close to the time carry weight. Where: Write it yourself.

Papers to gather

Your employer's POSH policy and committee details
Names the committee and process. Where: HR portal, notice board.
Your written complaint and acknowledgement
Fixes the date. Where: Committee, or SHe-Box portal.

You may also need, depending on your answers

Messages, emails, call logs or voice notes from the person — Direct evidence.
Names of people who saw, heard, or were told at the time — Supports your account.
Records of retaliation (transfers, bad reviews, exclusion) with dates — Can be raised with the committee.

What the law says

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 requires workplaces with 10 or more employees to have an Internal Committee. A Local Committee in each district covers others. Complaints are generally due within 3 months of the last incident (extendable by 3 months).

General information, not legal advice.

Saboot will also ask

Are you safe right now?
When was the most recent incident?
Who is responsible?
Does your workplace have an Internal Committee?
What records exist?

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Similar situations

Sources

The full guide: Sexual harassment at work (POSH) · All situations