Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) is constituted in higher education institutions under sub-regulation (1) of regulations of University Grants Commission of India in Gazette Notification Dated 2nd May 2016 for Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal of sexual harassment of women employees and students in higher educational institutions, Regulations 2015. Any existing body already functioning with the same objective (like the Gender Sensitization Committee Against Sexual Harassment (GSCASH)) is reconstituted as the ICC.
The Internal Complaints Cell of KMCT College of Nursing serves as a critical mechanism for addressing grievances related to specifically discrimination, and other forms of misconduct within the academic community. Focusing on the well-being and safety of women staff, the ICC plays a pivotal role in creating a conducive work environment that fosters dignity, respect equality.
The primary ambition of the ICC at KMCT College of Nursing is to create an environment where women staff feel safe and supported to raise concerns without fear of reprisal. This entails fostering a culture where harassment and discrimination are not tolerated and where individuals are empowered to speak up.
The ICC aims to promote gender equality by addressing systemic issues that disproportionately affect women at campus. This includes tackling gender bias, ensuring equitable access to opportunities, and supporting the advancement of women in their careers.
The ICC strives to uphold fairness and transparency in its processes for investigating complaints. This involves providing clear guidelines, conducting impartial investigations, and ensuring that all parties involved are treated with respect and dignity.
