In accordance with ’16 days of activism against gender-based violence’ annual campaign, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) commenced a two-day capacity building programme for its officials under the sexual harassment of women at workplace act, 2013. The Ministry officials pledged to end gender-based violence through the powerful phrase ‘Ab Koi Bahana Nahi’.
The inaugural session was held in the presence of Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of MSDE along with other senior officials of the Ministry along with representatives of UN Women. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary MSDE, expressed that “It is necessary that a safe a secure environment for all employees becomes a part of the workplace culture.”
MSDE is conducting a two-day training program to define Sexual Harassment and increase awareness about the complaint process, aiming to create a safe workplace for women and promote inclusive growth. Deputy Country Representative Kanta Singh from the UN Women India office praised MSDE for its efforts in preventing sexual harassment in the workplace, highlighting its capacity-building training for its staff. She highlighted the impact of sexual harassment on women’s mental well-being and its potential to hinder their participation in the future workforce.
