POSH Act 2013
Our Work on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace
Supporting organizations in effective implementation of the POSH Act, 2013
About Us
We are a non-governmental organization committed to the protection, dignity, and empowerment of women and children. A core area of our work is supporting organizations in the effective implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 ("POSH Act").
Our approach goes beyond mere compliance. We work with employers to build safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplaces, where prevention, awareness, and redressal mechanisms function in both letter and spirit of the law.
Our Understanding of the POSH Act
The POSH Act places a statutory responsibility on every employer to:
- Prevent sexual harassment at the workplace
- Prohibit such conduct through policies and awareness
- Provide an effective redressal mechanism through an Internal Committee (IC)
Non-compliance can result in penalties, cancellation of licenses, reputational damage, and legal liability. However, compliance is not only a legal requirement—it is also an ethical and organizational necessity.
POSH Expertise at Nawal Foundation
Specialized, end-to-end POSH solutions focused solely on building safe, compliant and respectful workplaces.
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Dedicated POSH Expertise
Nawal Foundation works aggressively and exclusively on POSH laws and their effective implementation in organizations, combining legal rigour with practical, organization-friendly guidance.
What this means for you
- Deep, specialized focus on POSH compliance
- Contextual advice tailored to your sector and scale
- Support that goes beyond checklists to culture-building
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Our POSH Offerings
Comprehensive POSH programs designed to meet statutory requirements while building awareness and sensitivity across your teams.
- POSH Awareness Sessions
- ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) Orientation & Training
- Roles & Responsibilities of Employers under the POSH Act
- Case Handling & Procedural Guidance
- Gender Sensitization Workshops
- Annual Refresher Programs
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Who We Serve
Our offerings are curated for diverse workplaces and learning environments that must align with Indian POSH law.
- Corporates & MSMEs
- Educational Institutions
- NGOs & Development Organizations
- Universities & International Institutions
Designed to clearly meet Indian legal requirements while remaining easily understandable for foreign stakeholders
and academic institutions.
Our POSH Services
We offer complete POSH Act solutions tailored to the size, nature, and structure of the organization.
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POSH Awareness and Sensitization Programs
We conduct customized training and awareness sessions for:
- Employees (all levels)
- Senior management and leadership
- Internal Committee members
Key features:
- Simple and practical explanation
- Real-life workplace scenarios
- Interactive methodology
Online or offline sessions in English, Hindi, or bilingual formats
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Internal Committee (IC) Constitution and Support
We assist employers in:
- Proper constitution as per Section 4
- Appointment of external member
- Defining roles and procedures
Ongoing handholding support for confidence and legal correctness
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Drafting and Review of POSH Policy
We help organizations with:
- Drafting or reviewing POSH Policy
- Complaint procedure guidelines
- Code of conduct alignment
- IC charter and reporting formats
Legally sound language aligned with judicial interpretations
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Inquiry Support and Advisory Services
We provide:
- Procedural guidance during inquiries
- Legal advisory on natural justice
- Support in drafting inquiry reports
- Guidance on timelines and confidentiality
Ensuring fair, unbiased, timely, and legally sustainable inquiries
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Employer Compliance and Audit Support
We assist in fulfilling ongoing statutory duties:
- Annual compliance checks
- POSH audits and gap analysis
- Review of training coverage
- Best practices advisory
Demonstrating due diligence and good faith compliance
Our Approach
Law-centric and practical
Grounded in the POSH Act, rules, and Indian judicial pronouncements
Preventive in nature
Focusing on awareness and culture-building
Confidential and sensitive
Respecting privacy and dignity of all stakeholders
Inclusive and respectful
Suitable for diverse workplaces
Why Work With Us
Specialized focus
Specialized focus on women and child rights
Strong understanding
Strong understanding of POSH law and implementation challenges
Extensive experience
Experience in training, policy drafting, and IC support
Balanced approach
Balanced approach combining legal compliance and human sensitivity
Our Commitment
We believe that every workplace must be safe, inclusive, and respectful. Through awareness, capacity-building, and structured support, we strive to ensure that the objectives of the POSH Act are meaningfully realized.