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Did you know? We’re bringing in a new short series to spotlight important and emerging aspects in the space of mental health and workplace wellbeing! Excited about this? So are we! To start off, we are spilling the tea on #Therapy! And remember, therapy isn't just for tough times! It's a proactive tool for personal growth, skill building, and enhancing well-being.🌱 🔰 It can improve relationships and overall quality of life.  🔰 It's okay to ask your therapist questions.  🔰 The first therapist might not be the perfect match – and that's okay! Stay tuned for our “did you know?” series where we share surprising facts and tips to boost your well-being. Got something you want to shine a spotlight on? Comment below/ DM us! #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #workplace

Today is World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024, and this year the theme being spotlighted is "Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld". We at Equilibrio Advisory are spotlighting a clip from the award-winning film Period. End of Sentence., a film that documents how the women of Hapur in rural India take charge of changing perceptions and realities around menstruation in their lives and communities. Here, we witness what challenges emerge for menstruating persons, and their impact could look like. Some of the challenges faced by menstruating persons include lack of access to hygiene products as well as clean and secure spaces to for menstruating persons to change or attend to their needs, lack of awareness, physical changes to the body, the experience of pain, presence of stigma and shame associated with menstruation, etc. These challenges can impede women’s growth, and contribute to dropouts in schools and even the workforce. Today we must ask ourselves, in our own context, are we working to create a period friendly world? Do the menstruating persons in our workplaces and communities still face such challenges? What more can we do to bridge the gaps to access and awareness? #periodfriendlyworkplace #period #menstruation #womenshealth #menstrualhealth

This week, we're excited to bring you interesting content across various sections. In our legal updates, we delve into the Prajwal Revanna controversy, which highlights privacy violations and judicial gag orders against the media. This case raises significant concerns about privacy, media freedom, and judicial intervention, emphasizing the need for balanced enforcement of privacy laws and media regulations. Additionally, the Supreme Court permitted disabled candidates to attend interviews for Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services if they meet the SC/ST minimum marks criteria. This ruling underscore the need for inclusivity and fair treatment in judicial appointments. Another significant ruling saw the Supreme Court rejecting a 20-year-old woman's plea to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing the fetus's right to life despite the Petitioner’s mental and physical health concerns.   In our intersectionality section, we provide an overview of the #MaternityBenefits Act, 1961, and its 2017 amendment, which ensures women's rights during and after childbirth. Employers must comply with provisions like 26 weeks of paid leave and crèche facilities to support a gender-inclusive workplace.   Our "Did You Know?" segment explores how AI can help organizations identify biases but may also perpetuate them if not carefully designed. Integrating diversity and inclusion principles into AI development is crucial for equitable outcomes.   For our Curious Cat question, we explore the difference between equitable and inclusive policies. Equitable policies ensure fairness and access to opportunities for all, while inclusive policies create environments where everyone feels valued. These policies are not mutually exclusive and work best together to foster diversity.   Lastly, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming #DEIB workshop! This 2-hour workshop will support you in delving deeper into DEIB concepts while working with a diverse group of peers from various industries. Kickstart your DEIB certification journey with us by signing up for this Level 1 workshop now! #poshact #poshlaw #mentalhealth #inclusionatwork POSHequili | Inclusion at Work | mentalhealthatwork | Child Safety at Work

Discover how strong management support can transform your #workplace into a safer, more respectful environment for everyone. See how management's proactive approach to POSH Law makes a significant impact and share yours! #safeworkplace #poshequili #poshact

This week, we're thrilled to announce our upcoming #DEIB Certification Course for the month of July, featuring a diverse range of experts with rich lived experiences. Be excited for further announcement regarding details of this course. You can also head on to our website for a sneak peak, find the link in the newsletter.   We would also like to take this opportunity to remind you to follow us on LinkedIn and engage with our poll questions as it will give you nuanced understanding about what constitutes sexual harassment and all the legal updates.   May is #MentalHealth Awareness Month, and we at Equilibrio are promoting positive mental health in the workplace. Today, we also commemorate the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, highlighting the ongoing challenges and progress in LGBTQIA+ rights.   In legal updates we have critical court rulings like the Kerala High Court's decision to allow a rape victim to terminate a pregnancy beyond 24 weeks and the introduction of AIFF's POSH policy in Indian football. We also have important judgements from Delhi HC that stated fair investigation is essential under #POSHAct and any kind of bias in inquiry process harms justice. And the Allahabad HC observed that POCSO Act offences can't be quashed by compromise.   Finally, delve into our discussion on intersectionality with a Mumbai Session Court case that underscores the importance of cognitive abilities in #consent. Plus, learn why domestic helps are covered under the POSH Act, and explore the staggering statistics on Female Genital Mutilation globally. POSHequili | mentalhealthatwork | Inclusion at Work | Child Safety at Work

Overcoming Adversity: Despite the challenges of court hearings and medical examinations, a #POCSO survivor has demonstrated incredible resilience by achieving an impressive 82% in her 10th board exams. Her outstanding accomplishment is a testament to her courage, perseverance, and unyielding spirit in overcoming trauma and succeeding. Throughout her ordeal, her academic performance was affected, but with the unwavering support of her family during the process of seeking justice, she is now on the path to the bright future she deserves. #pocsosurvivor #pocsoact #childsafety #support

On this International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we celebrate the progress in protecting LGBTQIA+ rights and acknowledge the ongoing struggles. This year's theme, "No one left behind: Equality, freedom and justice for all," highlights the necessity of inclusive policies and protections to ensure #LGBTQIA+ individuals have equal rights and access to healthcare. Recent advancements include the legalization of marriage equality in 11 countries and the decriminalization of LGBTQIA+ relationships in 13 countries. Despite these strides, discrimination and stigma persist, leading to severe health disparities and social inequities. Many countries still criminalize same-sex relationships, and some even impose the death penalty for LGBTQIA+ identities. During humanitarian crises, these inequities worsen, making it crucial to integrate LGBTQIA+ rights into global humanitarian and climate-resilience policies. Let's commit to safeguarding the rights and dignity of LGBTQIA+ people everywhere, ensuring no one is left behind. #IDAHOBIT #inclusionatwork #Homophobia #Transphobia #Biphobia

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and here's our shout out to The International Council on Clean Transportation for partnering with us promote positive mental health at work! Do you find yourself: 🔰Thinking about safe workspaces? 🔰Feeling stress levels on the rise around you? 🔰Wanting to identify when stress is prevalent within yourself and your team? 🔰Build the skills and tools to address stress in a healthy manner? Reach out to us to know how to get the wellbeing conversations started for your teams! #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #mentalwellbeing Samriti Makkar Midha

India's trans community is at the receiving end of constant violence. Numerous reports of lynchings, or sexual assault are still quite common. If not direct violence, their lives are often disappeared behind stigma or negative stereotypes. When it comes to trans persons, cases of discrimination often go unreported, as was shown in Ravi Jadhav's "Taali", featuring @sushmitasen47 Set against this backdrop, the life-affirming story of Gazal Dhaliwal assumes a poignant significance. A screenwriter and director, Dhaliwal is a proud trans woman, who has reclaimed her own narrative. Often lack of awareness around trans identities leads to negative bias towards trans communities. It is important we allow trans persons to come forward and share their stories, so that we can connect to the humanity within them. Because, stories like Dhaliwal's are still quite rare. Undeniable structural barriers hinder the overall wellbeing of trans persons in our country. What do you think needs to change? How do you think we can better support the trans people in our country? Tell us in the comments. #Transcommunity, #lgbtqsupport, #lgbtqi, #inclusion, #inclusionatwork