3rd National
POSH Conclave & Excellence Awards' 25
The Nation's biggest dialogue on POSH is back! - Stronger & Louder.
11th July 2025
This could not have been bigger!
We are honoured to announce that three eminent dignitaries have given their in-principle consent to grace the 3rd National POSH Conclave & Excellence Awards 2025
*Ms. Rekha Gupta
Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi
Chief Guest for the Inaugural Session.
Shri Jayant Chaudhary
Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India
Chief Guest for the Technical Session.
*Smt. Vijaya K. Rahatkar
Chairperson National Commission for Women (NCW)
Chief Guest - PoSH Panel discussions.
Dr Pinky Anand
Senior Advocate Supreme Court & Former Additional Solicitor General of India
Guest of Honor - Inaugural Session.
Dr. Pavan Duggal
Senior Advocate Supreme Court &
Cyber Law Expert
Guest of Honor - Technical Session.
* In-principle consent received. Written confirmation awaited
A Legacy of Leadership, A Movement of Change
Over the past two years, the NoMeansNo National POSH Conclave & Excellence Awards has grown into India’s most influential forum dedicated to fostering safe, inclusive, and dignified workplaces. The first two editions brought together changemakers, policymakers, legal experts, and corporate leaders under one roof to share perspectives, challenge norms, and celebrate transformative action in POSH implementation.This year, we are set to make history again—only bigger, sharper, and more inclusive.
What Makes this 3rd Edition Unmissable?
The 3rd National POSH Conclave isn’t just a continuation—it’s a leap forward. With the changing contours of workplaces, evolving social dynamics, and increasing complexities in implementation, this edition is bigger, bolder, and built to address what’s next. The Conclave will deep dive into future-ready compliance, equity-centered POSH practices, and inclusive design thinking—themes that have emerged as critical through months of engagement with industry leaders, internal committees, and legal experts.
What sets this edition apart is the depth of dialogue and the caliber of voices—expect powerful insights from top dignitaries including representatives from the Ministry of Women & Child Development, National Commission for Women, UN Women, senior advocates, IPS officers, and local committee members. We’re also joined by leaders from organizations that have been true trailblazers in POSH implementation.
POSH in the Age of AI
How emerging technologies are influencing behaviors, reporting, and surveillance—challenges & opportunities.
Sensitizing the Blue-Collared Workforce
Bridging the gap between policy and practice in factories, construction sites, logistics, and other informal spaces.
Towards a Gender-Neutral POSH Framework
Navigating real-life cases, inclusive policies, and the legal challenges around protecting all genders equitably.
The Rise in POSH Reporting: Achievement or Alarm?
Analysing the numbers—do they reflect better awareness or deeper concerns?
Compliance, Audits & Penalties
Understanding the stakes—how to be audit-ready, where organizations falter, and how to course-correct.
The Role of Local Committees & District Officers
Exploring their powers, mandates, limitations, and ways to strengthen collaboration with Internal Committees.
SHe-Box: Promise vs Practice
Evaluating the Government of India’s digital initiative—effectiveness, gaps, and its role in institutional reporting.
Challenges, Grey Areas, and Exceptional Practices
From false complaints to complex workplace hierarchies—real stories, practical solutions, and standout models.
Supported by Esteemed Partners
Logo Support
Driving an inclusive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
Title Sponsor
Standing with the cause for the third consecutive year
Awards Partner
Fostering "belonging" where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
Knowledge Partner
Championing diversity, equality, and sustainability.
Associate Partner
Merging sustainability with workplace dignity
Associate Partner
Trusted Banking Institution with a Legacy of Integrity
Gift Partner
Curating a gracious experience for delegates
Radio Partner
Taking the message of POSH to the masses
Digital Partner
Search. Social. Integrated Compliance Outreach
Industry Partner
Shaping industry voice, and enabling a thriving trade ecosystem
Steelcase POSH Excellence Awards
It’s time for your efforts to be recognized at the highest level!
This year, the awards are proudly sponsored and powered by Steelcase, a global leader in workplace innovation and inclusivity. Steelcase has long championed the cause of equitable workspaces—where every voice matters and everyone belongs.
In a special tribute to inspiring women leaders, select individual awards will carry the prestigious title under Steelcase’s banner initiative: “Women of Steel” – followed by the relevant award category (e.g., Women of Steel: Emerging POSH Voice, Women of Steel: Trainer of the Year).
Do you know someone who’s driving real change in the space of workplace safety and gender inclusion? The POSH Excellence Awards 2025 are now open for individual nominations—recognizing trainers, IC members, leaders, and advocates who go beyond the mandate. Whether they’re a passionate PoSH trainer creating ground-level impact, an IC member or advisor bringing both clarity and compassion to investigations, or a leader redefining compliance through empathy and innovation, we want to hear their story. From those working in regional languages and underserved areas to individuals using creativity, technology, or storytelling to engage diverse audiences—every voice matters. You can nominate yourself or refer someone whose contribution deserves the national stage.
External Member Excellence
For external IC members who have demonstrated outstanding integrity, legal acumen, and a balanced approach in guiding ICs and ensuring compliance.
PoSH Ambassador Award
For individuals within organizations who actively champion PoSH awareness, drive sensitization, and build safer workplaces through peer advocacy.
Community Outreach Champion
Recognizing organizations or individuals who have extended PoSH awareness beyond the workplace, impacting communities and marginalized groups.
Diversity & Inclusion Leader
Awarded to those leading the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles within PoSH frameworks, ensuring intersectional safety.
Emerging Star Trainer
For up-and-coming trainers who have shown great promise in conducting impactful and engaging PoSH awareness sessions across sectors.
Mentor of the Year
For individuals who have gone the extra mile in mentoring IC members, sensitizing leaders, or developing PoSH implementation capacity.
Emerging POSH Voice
To recognize individuals or small initiatives that are new but making a significant mark in spreading awareness and dialogue on workplace dignity.
Comprehensive POSH Consultant
For consultants or consulting firms offering end-to-end PoSH support, from policy to inquiry, showing exceptional impact and engagement.
If your organization is actively fostering a culture of respect, responsiveness, and inclusion at the workplace, it’s time to step into the spotlight. The POSH Excellence Awards 2025 invite nominations from institutions that demonstrate a commitment beyond compliance—those that are shaping inclusive policies, encouraging transparent reporting, and implementing robust preventive mechanisms. Whether you’ve pioneered innovative awareness campaigns, built impactful training programs, or driven community engagement on gender sensitivity, this is your chance to be recognized on a national platform. Nominate your organization and join the movement for safer, more dignified workplaces.
POSH Vanguard
For organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and gone above and beyond to ensure high levels of awareness about PoSH.
Comprehensive Compliance
Awarded to companies with robust compliance mechanisms covering policy, training, documentation, and IC support—above minimum mandates.
Internal Committee Excellence
For ICs that have showcased fairness, neutrality, diligence, and capacity-building to ensure credible redressal and prevention efforts.
Zero Tolerance Trailblazer
For organizations that have demonstrated swift, fair, and strong action in response to violations, reinforcing a zero-tolerance workplace.
Healthy Reporting Culture
Awarded to organizations that have built an environment where employees feel safe to report, knowing they will be heard without retaliation.
Diversity & Inclusion Champion
For workplaces that have embedded inclusive policies and practices to support diverse gender identities and backgrounds under PoSH.
Innovation in Awareness
Recognizing unique, creative, and scalable approaches in sensitizing employees—be it through theatre, games, storytelling, or tech.
Safe Workplace Advocate
For those consistently working toward safer physical, digital, and psychological environments through innovative interventions.
Outstanding POSH Policy Framework
For organizations whose PoSH policy stands out in clarity, inclusivity, accessibility, and alignment with both legal and cultural standards.
Best Practice Pioneer
Awarded to organizations that have introduced replicable PoSH models or processes that others in the industry can learn from.
Esteemed Speaker Panel
Highlights of Conclave 1 & 2
