Women Anti-Harassment Cell

The Women Anti-Harassment Cell of Asorphi Academy Higher Secondary School is a dedicated body established to ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all female students and staff members. The Cell works proactively to prevent harassment of any kind and to address grievances with fairness, confidentiality, and sensitivity.

Objectives

To create a campus free from gender-based discrimination, harassment, or any form of misconduct.
To provide a secure platform where students and staff can report incidents without fear.
To promote awareness regarding gender equality, respect, and dignity.
To take timely and appropriate action on complaints in accordance with school policies and legal guidelines.
To conduct workshops, counseling sessions, and awareness programs on student safety and women’s rights.

Functions of the Cell

Receive and address complaints related to harassment, bullying, or inappropriate behaviour.
Investigate reported issues through a fair, confidential, and unbiased process.
Recommend corrective action or disciplinary measures based on the findings.
Organize awareness activities such as seminars, interactive sessions, self-defense training, and sensitization programmes.
Counseling and support for affected individuals to ensure emotional and psychological well-being.
Maintain strict confidentiality to protect the identity and dignity of the complainant.

Composition of the Cell

The Women Anti-Harassment Cell consists of:

A Chairperson (senior female staff member)
Faculty representatives
A student representative (where appropriate)
A counselor or member trained in grievance redressal
Administrative support personnel

The team meets periodically and additionally as required to review cases and plan preventive initiatives.

Reporting Mechanism

Students and staff may report concerns through:

A written complaint submitted to the Cell
A designated complaint box placed within the school premises
Direct communication with any member of the Cell
Scheduled meetings or counseling hours

All grievances are handled promptly, respectfully, and confidentially.