SUKKUR:The Regional Office of the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh, Sukkur, organized an awareness seminar on the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010, at Bright Public School, Township on Thursday.
The seminar was presided over by Muhammad Iqbal Arain, Consultant to the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh and former District and Sessions Judge.
He briefed participants on the legal definition of harassment, responsibilities of institutions, procedure for filing complaints, role of inquiry committees and actions under the law.
He said providing women with a safe, dignified and harassment-free environment is not only a legal requirement but a collective responsibility of every institution. He urged victims not to remain silent and to approach the relevant forum without fear.
Syed Manzoor Hussain Shah, from the Ombudsman office, explained the structure, jurisdiction and role of the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh as a key forum for protection of women and redressal of complaints.
Principal Faisal Khosa of the Bright Public School said such seminars promote respect, equality and responsible conduct and help women understand their rights and legal remedies.
The seminar concluded with a detailed question and answer session. Participants pledged to play an effective role in ensuring respect, dignity and protection for women in their institutions.
Principals Ms. Tabassum Amina Public School and Ms. Aneeka, Hira Public School also spoke on the occasion.