Capacity Building for Committee
Why IC Capacity Building is Essential ?
The Internal Committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring that every complaint is addressed with fairness, empathy, and legal accuracy. Our comprehensive training program is designed to enhance their capability in handling cases effectively, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring due process.
Importance of Capacity Building
Capacity building is not just a legal requirement under the POSH Act—it is the foundation for a fair, safe, and proactive workplace. Without adequate training, even a well-formed Internal Committee may lack the practical skills to handle sensitive complaints appropriately. Our program bridges the gap between compliance and competence, turning IC members into trusted facilitators of justice and respect.
- Duties and Responsibilities of Internal Committee Members
IC members have a legal and ethical duty to:
- Receive and acknowledge complaints in a timely manner
- Conduct a neutral and structured inquiry process
- Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the proceedings
- Ensure both complainant and respondent are heard without bias
- Submit detailed reports with reasoned findings and recommendations
- Support awareness-building efforts across the organization
- Fair and Impartial Inquiries
A fair inquiry is the cornerstone of justice in POSH cases. Through interactive case studies and mock investigations, our sessions teach IC members how to:
- Collect and document evidence properly
- Conduct interviews with empathy and neutrality
- Avoid common pitfalls like unconscious bias or procedural errors
- Follow principles of natural justice and due process
- Write balanced and legally sound inquiry reports
Creating a Safe and Respectful Workplace
A well-trained IC contributes to a culture where employees feel safe, respected, and valued. Capacity building goes beyond just investigations—it encourages IC members to serve as ambassadors of a harassment-free, gender-sensitive workplace, promoting respect in everyday interactions.
Building Employee Trust
When employees know that a trained and impartial committee exists, they are more likely to speak up without fear. This trust is critical for:
Early reporting of inappropriate behavior
Reducing the risk of escalation
Strengthening the overall organizational culture
Capacity Building for Internal Committee Members
- Who Should Attend :
Internal Committee (IC) Members as defined under the POSH Act, 2013.
- Objective :
To equip Internal Committee members with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage sexual harassment complaints at the workplace in a neutral, sensitive, and legally compliant manner.
- Training Highlights :
- In-depth understanding of the POSH Act and its implications
- Duties and responsibilities of IC members
- Complaint handling procedures: receiving, documenting, investigating, and resolving cases
- Maintaining neutrality and sensitivity while dealing with both complainants and respondents
- Legal do’s and don’ts to ensure compliance and avoid liability
- Drafting reports and recommendations in line with legal standards
- Mock sessions and case study analysis for practical exposure
We offer flexible delivery options :
We offer customized delivery options to suit your organization’s structure and availability:
Instructor-led online sessions
In-person workshops
Self-paced eLearning (optional add-ons)
Refresher courses for existing IC members
Post-Inquiry Actions
Our program emphasizes the importance of closing the loop professionally, ensuring every case contributes to ongoing improvement.
Once an inquiry concludes, the IC must ensure:
- Timely implementation of recommendations
- Communication of the outcome to relevant parties
- Support for both the complainant and the respondent
- Suggestions to management for policy updates or systemic changes
Ready to Build a Confident and Capable IC?
Let’s make your Internal Committee the trusted pillar of workplace safety and compliance.