Session on Gender Sensitisation- Batch 2025-27
Auditorium | 4th June, 2025 \ 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Batch 2025-27 | Participants – 200+
Speaker: Ms. Renuka Mukadam, POSH and DEI Consultant and Trainer
On 4th June 2025, the MBA Batch 2025–2027 attended a thought-provoking and enlightening session on Gender Sensitisation conducted by Ms. Renuka Mukadam, an esteemed external member of Internal Committees (ICs) across various government and private organisations under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act.
Drawing from her extensive experience in addressing workplace sexual harassment cases, Ms. Mukadam led a highly impactful discussion that resonated deeply with the audience. She began by demystifying the concept of gender, encouraging students to move beyond biological definitions and recognize gender as a social and cultural construct that shapes perceptions, behaviours, and workplace dynamics.
The session comprehensively covered the various forms of sexual harassment, both explicit and implicit—ranging from verbal remarks and inappropriate gestures to unwelcome advances and hostile work environments. She highlighted the challenges surrounding underreporting, emphasizing that many individuals remain silent due to fear, lack of awareness of their rights, or the normalization of inappropriate behaviour. Her empathetic yet assertive approach created a safe space for meaningful reflection and discussion.
Ms. Mukadam further elaborated on the role, structure, and responsibilities of Internal Committees (ICs) within organisations, clearly outlining the procedural framework for filing complaints, the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved, the importance of confidentiality, and the need to ensure fairness throughout the redressal process. Real-life case examples shared during the session added practical insight into the emotional and procedural realities of such sensitive issues.
Beyond legalities, the session served as a call to action to foster a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusion. Ms. Mukadam urged students to become active allies by standing against inappropriate behaviour, supporting those affected, and contributing to building workplaces where dignity and equity prevail.
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A segment, during which students posed insightful questions and expressed their reflections with sincerity, clearly indicating the session’s strong impact on the cohort.
Key Takeaways:
“The session underscored that gender sensitisation is not just about awareness but about responsibility — to create, expect, and uphold safety, dignity, and mutual respect in every professional and personal space.”
Radhika Goel, MBA-IB, 2025-27
