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Facilitating change in perspective is a facilitator’s dream come true. The grip of social conditioning on our beliefs and worldview tends to be deeper than we imagine. Unravelling this grip demands an artful approach, one that Marching Sheep has mastered. Creating a safe, non-judgmental space, our team skillfully guides participants on a journey to take control of their thinking.
Hey, it’s not bragging when backed by data!

Kudos to this wonderful group of seasoned professionals who joined us with an open mind.
Thank you so much team HSBC, Jyotika Menon, Sonia Daryanani, your trust fuels our passion for transformative learning experiences.
Here’s to breaking through #SocialConditioning and embracing #awareness together!!!

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MarchingSheep, we believe in #makingadifference. The DEI certification program is one such opportunity for us to multiply our reach by creating, training and learning from DEI enthusiasts and DEI professionals.

Extremely proud and elated to announce that the third batch has recently graduated with flying colours from our DEI certification program in collaboration with FICCI.
Facilitating sessions for curious and eager participants is the most rewarding experience. Supriya Thankappan (Agarwala), Surabhi Sharma, Sisodia Sanyucta, Dr. Ajit Kumar Kar, Dhara Tanna, Rajiv Naithani, Prabha Hadkar, Harneet Kawatra, Sagarika Ganguly, Ruchi Dave Kshirsagar, Arpita Datta, Krati Vyas – Your sincerity and commitment to learning kept us on the edge and brought the best out of us and the program.
We are excited to witness your journey in the DEIB space and confident about the value you will create at organizations and beyond.

The learning journey was enriched by invaluable insights from our esteemed guest speakers Anjali Vyas, Shatabdi Ghosh and Kaushiki Srivastava. Sincere gratitude to our partners Mritunjay Kumar and Supriti Banerjee from FICCI Quality Forum.

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In its recent judgment in Aureliano Fernandes Vs. State of Goa and Others(Civil Appeal No. 2482 of 2014), the Supreme Court of India (“Supreme Court”) observed that even after a decade of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (“POSH Act”) being formulated, its implementation and enforcement is still inadequate.

Through this case, the Supreme Court noticed serious lapses in the enforcement of the POSH Act even after such a long time. The Supreme Court observed that however salutary this enactment may be, it will never succeed in providing the dignity and respect that women deserve at the workplace unless there is strict adherence to the enforcement regime and a proactive approach by all State and non-state actors.

Non-compliance with the POSH Act will expose companies to reputational risks. Many of the directions of the Supreme Court only reiterate the existing obligations under law. Both private and state employers would accordingly need to undertake a review of the compliances under the POSH Act (in relation to IC constitution, training IC members, sensitizing employees, conducting inquiries, etc.) and ensure corrective actions are taken wherever needed.

Post this judgment, there has been a significant increase in POSH sensitization sessions, revisits of POSH policies across organisations, the most recent one being #IIMRaipur.

It was a pleasure to have conducted engaging POSH workshops at the Indian Institute of Management – Raipur! We conducted diverse sessions that were tailored for students, faculty, staff, and internal committee, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.

We engaged both first and second-year students in understanding workplace norms, fostering respect, and promoting inclusive and appropriate behaviour. The faculty and staff were equipped with nuances to recognize and address workplace and sexual harassment, cultivating a supportive environment. The IC Training was aimed to empower the committee members with in-depth knowledge and skills to handle POSH cases effectively.

Empowering individuals with the knowledge to prevent and address harassment, sexual or otherwise, is vital for a thriving academic community, and empowering the workforce of tomorrow.

Grateful for the enthusiastic participation and commitment to creating a safe environment for all. Special thanks to the #IIMRaipur team, #saksham team, and Bhawna Priya for the opportunity!

Let’s continue to champion institutions free from discrimination and harassment.

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Excited to celebrate the successful completion of the “EmpowerHER: Accelerating Excellence in Women Leadership” program with Max Life Insurance Company Limited!

It was truly inspiring to witness the growth, resilience, and authentic leadership displayed by each participant. They’ve honed solution-oriented mindsets, leading authentically, embraced vulnerability, mastered effective group leadership, and built an incredible circle of sisterhood. The journey was transformative, creating a network of resilient leaders aligned with organizational goals.

Grateful to Richa Singh for the opportunity to empower and learn alongside these remarkable and incredible women!

#MarchingSheep is proud to have led this transformative journey, and we are confident these empowered leaders will continue making waves in their professional and personal spheres!

Here’s to their continued success and contributions to organizational excellence!

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🌈 Celebrating Diversity at Purple Fest Goa! 🎉

Had an amazing time at #PurpleFest Goa, a festival that beautifully showcased the talents, strengths, and incredible spirit of People With Disabilities (PWD). It was heartening to witness the inclusivity and enthusiasm of so many individuals, NGOs, schools, and companies coming together to understand and celebrate the unique challenges and capabilities of the #PeopleWithDisabilities community.

From captivating performances, creative displays to full-blown dance spectacles, the festival proved that there’s absolutely nothing that stops PWD from leading a life as vibrant and fulfilling as anyone else – provided we offer the right support and framework.

At Marching Sheep, we were thrilled to engage with hundreds of accessibility stakeholders, including devices, software, services, foundations, and companies. It was a fantastic opportunity to explore, collaborate, and contribute towards making the world a more inclusive place for everyone. Our CEO and Founder, Sonica Aron (She/Her/Hers), shared insightful perspectives as part of a panel discussion along with Anwesa Nanda (She/ Her) Rajesh Mehta Anupama Ratta Vivek Misra Anjali Vyas Vineet Saraiwala Nikita Sarah Singh Ketan Kapoor. The exchange of ideas and experiences aimed at breaking stereotypes and creating a space where People With Disabilities don’t just exist but truly thrive.

Let’s continue supporting initiatives like Purple Fest Goa and work towards a world where diversity is not just acknowledged but celebrated! 🌍✨

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People experience the organization through their managers and thus building inclusive behaviors among managers without being prescriptive about it is one of the keys to enhancing employee experience.

What a pleasure it was to partner with the People Manager of VFS Global Delhi team and create an engaging, fun and yet impactful learning experience.

Thank you team, Saumya Chandra Harsha Shaikh, Neeti Sharma for the trust bestowed upon MarchingSheep for this continued partnership in building an inclusive work culture. Exciting journey it is to cover the ground one location one team at a time.

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Gratitude and excitement fill our heart as we wrap up Part 2 of our transformative 3-day manager learning session in Jakson Group.

Firstly, a massive thank you to each incredible participants who brought enthusiasm, energy, and a commitment to growth. The true highlight of the session? The collective participation that made every single person an active contributor. Your engagement has been nothing short of inspiring.

Moreover, we injected a hefty dose of fun and excitement into the learning process with a plethora of games and activities. Learning should be engaging, and our interactive approach aimed to make each concept stick while ensuring you enjoyed the journey.

We are genuinely looking forward to Part 3 of our learning journey. The momentum we’ve built together is unstoppable, and we can’t wait to explore more insights, strategies, and collaborative moments with this exceptional group. To everyone who attended—thank you for your time, your energy, and your commitment to becoming the best version of yourselves. Here’s to continued growth and success! 🌟

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We recently conducted dynamic sessions at two group companies of a large media group, on the topic of #POSHsensitization.

How do you make a topic like #POSH, engaging, relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of today’s workforce? Using real-life anecdotes, relatable language, updated case laws, storytelling, quizzes, and more kept the audience intrigued and participating. Anyone can read the act, it is the interpretation, implementation in letter and spirit, and handling of tricky situations that need attention.

Our session navigated through nuanced topics, distinguishing harassment, grievances, and sexual harassment while highlighting the significance of intent versus impact. To address current challenges and ensure a comprehensive approach, we explored the extension of #POSHguidelines in terms of workplace relationships. With the rise of virtual and #hybridworkplace, we tackled the complexities of handling remote harassment and navigating the virtual realm. The session underscored the importance of a robust redressal mechanism and vigilance against victimization.

Empowering employees with knowledge and strategies to create a respectful and #inclusiveworkplace is vital. Let’s continue fostering a culture that champions #equality and safety for all.

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At Marching Sheep, we take pride in crafting a safe, exploratory, and reflective space for enthusiastic and inquisitive individuals to delve into their personal biases. Our goal is to help them understand what inclusion looks like in practice and collaboratively create an individualized action plan, making the organization more inclusive for everyone at every level.

The magic unfolds when participants actively engage and challenge each other’s perspectives, share their experiences, and learn not only from facilitators but also from one another – just as it happened in this session.

Thank you so much team HSBC, Jyotika Menon, and Sonia Daryanani for your continued trust and partnership.

Is your organization taking steps to make workplaces more inclusive for everyone? It is no longer a choice, it’s a business imperative!

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#learningjourney never ends. They continue. It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of the journey with the fabulous women of Piramal Group at Ahmedabad. Month after month, these women crafted their #goals, #actionplans, implemented them, garnered #insights, #reflections, grew as individuals and as a community. So incredibly proud of each one of them, and humbled that they made me a part of their journey. Gratitude to the team at Piramal Shivaditya Banerjee Tathagata Basu Nidhi Sehgal Juneja Linda Baptista (She/Her) Preeti Pathak

And the team at MarchingSheep for co-creating and customising the intervention as the #learningneeds evolved Kunal S. Krati Vyas. You folks rock!

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Creating an Inclusive Culture is a commitment that requires everyday intentional effort. #Managers play a vital role in #EmployeeExperience and therefore, it’s imperative that the learning of inclusive behaviours cascades down through people managers.

Kudos to team Carlsberg Group for staying committed to the journey of inclusion and taking the learning of #LeadingInclusively one manager at a time.

Heartfelt gratitude Umashankar S, Anjali Bhatia, for making MarchingSheep your trusted partner in your cultural journey.

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DEI Sensitization sessions can be delivered in many ways. The key is to understand the participants’ demographics and partner with them during the session, just in case they were not solicited at the time of designing the curation.

It is not always about telling what is the right thing to do but also providing participants space to speak and share their on-ground reality. Making them feel heard, valued and understood goes a long way in inculcating inclusive values than preaching about them in the session.

Doing so through interactive, fun games creating an immersive experience without using a PowerPoint presentation brought out the human processes and team dynamics in the ‘here and now’ moments.

At Marching Sheep, we take pride in curating bespoke learning interventions to address business problems. It was a joy to partner with VFS Global, @Saumya Chandra , Harsha Shaikh, Neeti Sharma and deliver this unique workshop. The exciting journey and partnership have only begun.

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