Women Grievance Redressal Committee

Championing gender equality and providing a safe platform for addressing women's concerns at Kamkus College of Law

Women Grievance Redressal Committee

The Women's Grievance Redressal Committee, established under the provisions of Act No. 20 of 1990 by the Government of India under the leadership of Principal Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Tyagi, serves as a champion for gender equality and justice within the College community. The Committee is dedicated to addressing concerns raised by female students, faculty, and staff.

The Committee provides a safe and supportive space for women to voice their grievances and offers a platform for impartial investigation and resolution. Beyond grievance redressal, the Committee promotes a healthy and secure environment for all, including initiatives to instill good hygiene practices within the College community.

Objectives

Address Sexual Harassment Issues

Address issues of sexual harassment affecting female students and staff members.

Legal Rights Awareness

Empower women by equipping them with knowledge of their legal rights and grievance redressal mechanisms.

Safeguard Women's Rights

Safeguard the rights and well-being of female members of the College community.

Safe Platform

Provide a safe and supportive platform for women to voice their concerns and seek redressal.

Healthy Environment

Promote a healthy and hygienic environment within the College for all members.

Holistic Development

Foster the holistic development of students, encompassing both academic and personal growth.

Complaint and Redressal Process

The College fosters a culture of open communication by encouraging students to freely express their concerns and suggestions, without fear of reprisal. The committee follows a structured approach to address grievances effectively.

Anonymous suggestion boxes are strategically placed throughout the College to facilitate easy submission of concerns.

Upon receiving a grievance, Committee members carefully review it with the Chair, seeking an appropriate resolution.

If a solution cannot be reached at the Committee level, the matter is escalated to the Principal and legal counsel for further action.

In certain cases, the complainant may be invited to participate in the grievance resolution process.

Following a thorough hearing, the Committee determines and implements a suitable solution.

Activities and Initiatives

Beyond addressing grievances, the Committee engages in various proactive initiatives to create awareness and empower women in the college community.

Awareness Programs

Seminars on legal rights of women
Workshops on self-defense techniques
Lectures on workplace harassment prevention
Health and hygiene awareness campaigns
Gender sensitization programs

Support Services

Counseling services for mental health support
Legal advice for gender-based issues
Facilitation of communication with authorities
Confidential complaint handling mechanism
Regular follow-up on reported cases

The Committee organizes seminars and lectures featuring specialists and distinguished figures to raise awareness on critical issues like violence against women, sexual harassment in the workplace, and personal health and hygiene.