Internal Complaint Committee (ICC)
- Ensuring a Safe and Supportive Environment: The primary ambition of the ICC is to create an environment where women staff feel safe and supported to raise concerns without fear of reprisal. This entails fostering a culture where harassment and discrimination are not tolerated and where individuals are empowered to speak up.
- Promoting Gender Equality: The ICC aims to promote gender equality by addressing systemic issues that disproportionately affect women in academia. This includes tackling gender bias, ensuring equitable access to opportunities, and supporting the advancement of women in their careers.
- Facilitating Fair and Transparent Processes: The ICC strives to uphold fairness and transparency in its processes for investigating complaints. This involves providing clear guidelines, conducting impartial investigations, and ensuring that all parties involved are treated with respect and dignity.
- Zero Tolerance for Harassment and Discrimination: The ICC envisions a university community where harassment and discrimination are not tolerated in any form. It aspires to create a culture of respect and inclusivity where every individual is valued and respected.
- Empowering Women Staff: The ICC seeks to empower women staff by providing them with the support and resources they need to thrive in their roles. This includes offering counseling services, legal assistance, and access to mentorship programs aimed at professional development.
- Building Awareness and Prevention: The ICC aims to raise awareness about harassment and discrimination through education and training programs promoting prevention strategies and bystander intervention techniques, it strives to c a more vigilant and supportive community.