Posh Act 2013

What is the POSH Act?

It was enacted in 2013 following guidelines from the *Vishaka Guidelines*. The Act legally requires organizations to prevent and address sexual harassment of women at work.

What counts as sexual harassment?

Unwelcome physical contact or advances
Demand or request for sexual favors
Making sexually colored remarks
Showing pornography
Any other unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature

Applies to all workplaces

Offices, companies, NGOs

Hospitals, schools, colleges

Both organized and unorganized sectors

Includes remote/work-from-home environments