INTERNAL COMPLAINTS COMMITTEE

Aims and Objectives

1. Prevent Sexual Harassment:Ensure a safe and secure environment for all women employees and students.
2. Raise Awareness:Promote gender equality and sensitize the institution about issues of sexual harassment.
3. Redressal Mechanism:Provide a platform to address complaints related to sexual harassment in a fair and just manner.
4. Support Victims:Offer counseling and assistance to aggrieved parties.
5. Promote Inclusivity:Foster an inclusive and respectful atmosphere in the workplace and educational settings.

Internal Complaints Committee Members:

Frequency of Meetings

• Regular Meetings:The ICC must convene at least once in a every six months.

Functions

1. Preventive Measures:
• Conduct awareness programs and workshops on gender sensitivity and sexual harassment.
• Display the UGC regulations and guidelines prominently within the institution.
• Disseminate information about complaint procedures and rights under the Act.
2. Redressal Mechanism:
• Receive and address complaints of sexual harassment confidentially and impartially.
• Ensure time-bound inquiry and resolution as per UGC and legal guidelines.
• Recommend appropriate actions against the respondent if the complaint is upheld.
3. Advisory Role:
• Suggest measures to the institution's management for the prevention of sexual harassment.
• Assist in the framing of institutional policies to promote a harassment-free environment.
4. Monitoring and Reporting:
• Maintain records of complaints, inquiries, and actions taken while ensuring confidentiality.
• Submit annual reports to the governing body and higher authorities about the number of cases handled, outcomes, and measures taken.
5. Counseling and Support:
• Provide counseling and emotional support to the aggrieved party.
• Liaise with external agencies, if required, for legal assistance or rehabilitation.