ICC – Internal Complaints Committee

Introduction

Paavai College of Engineering is committed to providing a reliable, safe, and secure academic environment for students and a conducive working atmosphere for all female faculty members. In accordance with guidelines from the Supreme Court, UGC, and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013, which safeguards against sexual harassment in the workplace, the college has established an Internal Complaints Committee (Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell).

Objectives

• Develop a policy to combat sexual harassment within the institution.
• Cultivate a secure physical and social environment to prevent instances of sexual harassment.
• Raise awareness about sexual harassment through educational initiatives, fostering a dignified and safe environment for women on campus.
• Promote social and psychological awareness to address various forms of sexual harassment.
• Provide a neutral, confidential, and supportive environment for the campus community.
• Ensure fair and timely resolution of complaints related to sexual harassment.
• Provide information on counselling and support services available on campus.
• Ensure students, faculty, and staff have access to current and comprehensive information on sexual harassment and assault.
• Establish a permanent mechanism for preventing and addressing sexual harassment cases and other forms of gender-based violence at the institute.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the institute’s commitment to providing a discrimination-free environment. • Raise awareness about different forms of harassment and avenues for redressal through articles and press releases.
• Organize various gender sensitization programs
• Arrange health awareness programs, addressing women-related issues and complaints.

Organize Women’s Day programs to raise social awareness about women’s issues and gender discrimination.

• Address issues of gender-based violence.
• Impose penalties or punishments as necessary.
• Appropriately handle reported cases of sexual harassment, abuse, or discrimination, and take action against grievances related to gender bias.
• Act as the complaint authority for sexual harassment complaints.
• Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process in accordance with established guidelines of the Internal Complaints Committee Policy.

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