A seminar at MEPCO Headquarters, Multan, emphasized the need for respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free work environments. The event featured a keynote address from Ms. Fauzia Viqar, who outlined critical provisions under the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010. Attendees also discussed the significance of proactive policies, increased awareness, and taking collective responsibility towards achieving sustainable improvements in workplace culture.
In her keynote speech, Ms. Fauzia Viqar detailed essential legal protections provided to employees under the framework of the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010. She stressed the importance of strengthening institutional accountability mechanisms to effectively safeguard employees and provide robust support systems for individuals facing harassment.
The seminar participants highlighted that effective and sustained change requires proactive policy-making along with comprehensive awareness campaigns. They called attention to the collective responsibility of management, employees, and stakeholders in creating an inclusive environment that encourages respect and actively prevents harassment.
Collectively, the discussions underscored that workplaces should be spaces free from intimidation and fear. The gathering concluded with a consensus towards developing robust prevention strategies, enhancing institutional accountability, and fostering deeper awareness about creating respectful and inclusive professional environments.
