How to enhance  women empowerment in the workplace by eradicating sexual harassment-a syndrome of discrimination

Vrindha Rajan S; Prof.(Dr).Jubi R

Volume : V, Issue : I, January - 2016

How to enhance women empowerment in the workplace by eradicating sexual harassment-a syndrome of discrimination

Vrindha Rajan S, Prof. Dr . Jubi R

Abstract :

The problem of sexual harassment in the workplace is part of a whole syndrome of discrimination. Companies frame policies but fail practise .This study aims to identify the effective practices the same that the companies may implement. This study presents hypotheses about showcase actions to make progress in workplaces by ensuring gender equality. To test the hypotheses, data were collected from employees working in the private sector. A structured questionnaire used to conduct in – depth interviews. The questionnaire consisted was of twenty five nominal scale questions.The data were analyzed with Correlation.. The conclusion of the study is based on the results of hypotheses testing. The high-level task forces in the company to identify priority areas establish benchmarks and monitor company progress assure irradication of sexual harassment. The company can ensure gender equality by conducting surveys among employees to seek opinions. The surveys elicited the views of women employees towards the companies policies on equal opportunity, inclusion, nondiscrimination and retention. Publishing company�s policies of zero tolerance to sexual harassment that has an impact on making advances to women.Organising mentoring programmes helps to achieve to progress in ensuring gender equality.