Harassment Complaints Committee

The following members have been nominated to serve on The HCC Committee.

Members	Designation
Dr Cynthia Jemima Sornavalli G	Chairperson, Dean – Centre for Women’s Studies.
Ms. Titty E. Philips	Head Dept of History
Dr. Narmada	Associate Professor Dept of Computer Science
Dr. Mary Premila	Associate Professor Dept of Home Science
Dr. Nancy Elizabeth ( Shift 2)	Dept of Management Studies
Ms. S. Kamala Honorary	Legal Consultant Chennai

Objectives

To prevent and redress harassment in Higher educational Institutions as per the G.O dated 22-05 – 2018 issued by the Government of TamilNadu.

Highlights of Grievances related to harassment listed by the G.O

Intimidation , open and indirect threats, verbal and non verbal conduct , physical abuse and other objectionable behaviours and objectionable materials sent through letter, electronic and social media.
Undue delay or refusal for forwarding applications/ requests/ letters of the faculty , staff and students to higher authorities.
Detrimental and prejudicial treatment , favouritism shown to particular students.
Demand or assigning work by institution/ department after working hours , on holidays without adequate reasons. (Full list available if needed )

Procedure

The complainant to give a written complaint to the Chairperson .
Chairperson convenes a meeting with the committee within 7 working days of receiving the complaints.
The committee meets with the complainant and alleged person/persons separately in a closed session.
Statements of both parties will be recorded and if allegation of sexual harassment are justified on the basis of the given guidelines and the consensus of the HCC suitable action will be initiated within 15 working days.
Punitive action will be taken based on the guidelines of the UGC.
In case of frivolous or false allegation action will be taken against the complainant.
Confidentiality of all meetings , statements, Recordings will be strictly maintained.