How to Promote Healthy Boundaries and Respectful Communication in the Workplace
Drawing from my own experiences as a team member and individual contributor, I want to share about the pivotal role that healthy boundaries and respectful communication play in shaping a positive workplace culture. I have worked in places where hustle culture was glorified, and competition was more important than connection or collaboration. I have also been fortunate to experience workplaces...
Breaking Barriers and Building Dreams: Meet Kanmani – Part 2
Breaking Barriers and Building Dreams: Meet Kanmani, the Resilient Transwoman Lawyer Paving the Path for Change
Part 2 – Horizontal Reservation for Transgender Persons
(This article is a continuation to Kanmani’s interview with KelpHR on transgender identities and their existence. Read part 1 here)
The term “horizontal reservation” refers to giving other groups of...
World Mental Health Day 2023 – Newsletter
The 10th of October is globally celebrated as World Mental Health Day.
This initiative was started by the Deputy Secretary of WHO, General Richard Hunter, in 1992. The primary goal of this day is to garner support for mental health and increase awareness regarding mental health concerns across the globe. The day also offers an opportunity for mental health practitioners to discuss their...
Meet Kanmani, the Resilient Transwoman Lawyer Paving the Path for Change (Part 1)
Meet Kanmani, a resilient and inspiring transwoman lawyer who is breaking barriers and fighting for a brighter future. After a long day at her tax law firm in Chennai, she sat down for an interview, looking tired but wearing a smile that warmed the room. Despite the exhaustion, she remained patient, ensuring the conversation was unhurried and wrapped up right on time. However, Kanmani’s...
KelpHR PoSH Awards® 2023 – Top 25 Safest Workplaces in India
About the KelpHR PoSH Awards® 2023 – Top 25 Safest Workplaces in India
The KelpHR PoSH Awards® were instituted in 2020 to recognize and honour organisations that work relentlessly towards creating happy and safe workplaces. Registrations to the 4th edition of the KelpHR PoSH Awards® 2023 – Top 25 Safest Workplaces in India will start on 4 July 2023.
Participating in the KelpHR PoSH...
The Role of Management in Establishing a Safe and Inclusive Workplace Culture
BY VANDANA VALE
The foundation of an organization’s culture and values lies in the vision of its leaders. While diversity is emphasized, it is crucial to consider how to foster an inclusive environment once individuals are a part of the organization. This involves ensuring that everyone feels acknowledged, comfortable, and welcomed. Similar to attending a party, inclusive corporate...
Recently Announced Supreme Court Directives on the PoSH Act of 2013
Important Announcement on the Supreme Court Directives – Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplaces Act (PoSH Act) of 2013
The Supreme Court of India in a recent judgement spoke about the status of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (PoSH Act). It said that even a decade after its introduction, the adoption and implementation...
When is Pride Month in India? History of Pride Month
The celebration of Pride in India goes beyond the flamboyant Pride Parade, also known as the Gay Pride Parade. Pride month over the years has slowly taken steps to evolving as a significant occasion on the calendar that highlights the struggle for equality and justice for LGBTQ+ individuals in the country.
In India as it is across the world, Pride Month is observed in June, dedicated to...
Can LGBTQ+ Persons Marry in India?
Same-Sex Marriage Hearings – A Landmark Fight for LGBTQ Rights in India
Living in contemporary times with ancient laws can be a complex and challenging experience. On one hand, these laws can provide a sense of continuity and tradition and may be deeply ingrained in cultural and religious beliefs. They may also provide a sense of stability and predictability in society.
On the other...
KelpHR PoSH Awards 2022 – Employee Survey Report
As businesses strive to succeed in today’s fast-paced and competitive market, it is crucial to invest in employee engagement and recognition as well as reward and recognise organisations that are invested in building a culture of safety and respect at their workplaces. The KelpHR PoSH Awards® were instituted in 2020 to recognize organizations that have successfully created and maintained a...