Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell
The Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell at GATE Degree College is dedicated to fostering a healthy and safe educational environment free from discrimination and bullying. With this goal in mind, the Cell actively works to eliminate any form of sexual harassment. It is designed with clear objectives to uphold a zero-tolerance policy toward such behavior. The Cell addresses all complaints from students, faculty, and non-teaching staff with the utmost care and attention, ensuring that issues are resolved as quickly as possible. The process for filing, investigating, and resolving complaints is systematic and impartial, safeguarding the integrity, privacy, and rights of everyone involved.
Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy
The policy of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell aims to protect against sexual harassment and to prevent and address complaints related to it. This policy establishes clear expectations for workplace behavior and provides a framework for reporting any concerns.
Objectives
- To comply with the directives of the Supreme Court, as well as the guidelines set by the UGC and the University of Madras, regarding the implementation of policies against sexual harassment.
- To develop a well-structured and practical policy that promotes a healthy and respectful environment.
- To identify the root causes of sexual harassment and implement measures to prevent its occurrence.
- To enhance awareness among all staff and students about what constitutes sexual harassment.
- To organize awareness programs and campaigns aimed at educating all members of the college community about sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination.
- To ensure that all information related to registered complaints, inquiries, and investigations is kept strictly confidential.
- To minimize disturbances caused by gender-based discrimination.
Definition of Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment encompasses behaviors that directly or indirectly lead to the abuse of an individual, including:
- Unwelcome touching
- Staring or leering
- Suggestive comments or jokes
- Intrusive questions regarding a person’s private life or body
- Insults or taunts based on sex
- Sexually explicit physical contact
- Sexually explicit emails, text messages, or any form of communication
Activities of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell
- To develop detailed plans for implementing the policy, including both short-term and long-term actions.
- To promptly address grievances raised by students and staff members.
- To conduct impartial investigations into complaints and take appropriate action when necessary.
- To periodically review and update policies to reflect current practices within the Cell.
- To raise awareness about sexual harassment in professional settings.
- To encourage students to report complaints without hesitation in times of crisis.
- To promote the visibility of the Cell’s functions and ensure it remains easily accessible.
To date, no cases of sexual harassment have been reported at GATE Degree College.
Committee Members
| Name |
Role |
Contact |
| DR. A. RAJASEKHAR |
Principal |
9963259463 |
| M. RUPADEVI |
Lecturer |
9177344258 |
| K. SREEVASTHARAJU |
Lecturer |
7893953325 |
| T. TIRUMALA |
Lecturer |
8639546254 |
| S. MOHAMMED RAFFI |
Lecturer |
9441434786 |
