(A Govt. Aided UGC Autonomous & NAAC Accredited Institute Affiliated to RGPV, Bhopal)
GIRLS GRIEVANCE CELL
Report Date: 21.01.2022
Name of Activity: Webinar on “Know your rights & Laws”.
Date of Activity: 21. 06.2022
Name of Coordinator: Dr. Karuna Markam and Dr. Vikas Mahor. Number of participants attended the webinar: 250 Name of Speaker: Mr. Rajesh Shukla, Advocate General of MP High Court The department of Electronics Engineering in collaboration with the Girls Grievance Cell organized a webinar on “Know your rights & Laws” on 21/01/22 in online mode via Google meet. The Gender champions commenced the webinar by welcoming the chief guest Mr. Rajesh Shukla and Dr. Anshu Chaturvedi, Chairperson, Girls Grievance Cell. Followed by this, Mr. Rajesh Shukla enlightened all the participants with his wisdom and explained need to know one’s rights and an introduction detailing Fundamental rights, the concept of gender equality. The objectives of the workshop in short are stated as follows: Objectives to ensure: Defining the need to know one’s rights and an introduction detailing Fundamental rights, the concept of gender equality. Equality – At Work and at Home which details the legal rights and framework for sexual harassment, POCSO, Domestic Violence, Divorce, Alimony and Inheritance. Cyber safety which includes cyberstalking, bullying and how the law deals with it. Outcomes After attending the workshop it was expected that the participants will be able to The webinar highlighted the various legal rights Women have in our constitution through an interactive presentation and activities. The sessions apprised the Women of the various fundamentals rights bestowed upon them by the Indian constitution. It further educated the students on the latest acts and amendments around important rights governing them e.g. Section 377A, the Criminal Law amendment and laws related to consent and sexual harassment at workplace. The webinar also informed the women of laws regarding filing FIRs, arrest and detention and cyber safety. The highly enriching and interactive webinar ended with everyone taking a pledge to be an equality warrior and stand up for equality in mankind. The webinar not only inspired the women but also equipped them with the right legal tools so that they don't hesitate from voicing their concerns.
Link for the Webinar: https://meet.google.com/nix-ipni-jbj