At Management & Information Technology University, Sikkim, the safety, dignity, and empowerment of women are of utmost importance. To create a secure and respectful environment, the university has established the Women Sexual Harassment Committee (Internal Complaints Committee) in accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Purpose of the Committee
The committee is committed to preventing and addressing any form of sexual harassment on campus. Its goal is to provide a confidential, transparent, and accessible mechanism where women students, faculty, and staff can raise concerns and seek resolution without fear of discrimination or retaliation.
Key Responsibilities
Prevention: Conduct awareness programs, workshops, and training sessions to educate the university community about rights, responsibilities, and preventive measures.
Redressal: Receive complaints, investigate matters impartially, and recommend appropriate action to the competent authority.
Support: Provide counseling, guidance, and assistance to affected individuals.
Policy Implementation: Ensure that the university’s policies regarding sexual harassment are consistently followed and aligned with legal requirements.
Monitoring: Regularly review and update procedures to strengthen campus safety and inclusivity.
Commitment of the University
The Women Sexual Harassment Committee reflects MIT University Sikkim’s unwavering commitment to gender equity, safety, and dignity. By providing a structured platform for addressing grievances, the university ensures that all women on campus can pursue their academic and professional goals in a secure and empowering environment.
Through this initiative, MIT University Sikkim strives to maintain a culture of respect, awareness, and zero tolerance for harassment, reinforcing its mission of creating an inclusive, safe, and progressive educational community.