The status of women in India has been subject to many great
changes over the past few millennia. From equal status with men in
ancient times through the low points of the medieval period, to the
promotion of equal rights by many reformers, the history of women
in India has been eventful. In modern India, women have held high
offices in India including that of the President, Prime Minister,
Speaker of the Lok Sabha and Leader of the Opposition
According to the IFC, women-ownedbusinesses represent 32-39% of
allprivate businesses globally
Women do 66% of the world's work, receive 10% of the income, and
own 2% of the property
Women make over 70% of consumer purchasing decisions and impact
over US$20 trillion in annual global spend
Women represent 50% of the worlds population, but they are
almost invisible in global value chains as suppliers with just 1%
of the spend on vendors by large corporations and governments
Sex Harassment is not sexual, it is harassment because of
gender. This can be rude, abusive or intimidating behavior.Sexual
Harassment it is harassment of a sexual nature.
Because it still happensPrevention is the best medicineRenew our
commitment of respectful treatment of all employeesUSDAs
PolicyNRCSs PolicyTo Provide information to employees and
managers
Let the harasser know that his/her conduct is unwanted and
unwelcome.Go to a supervisor and explain the circumstances. Be sure
to take with you documented dates, times, and specific occurrences
if you have them. Also, report the incident to Human Resources. If
the appropriate supervisor is unavailable, or is the offender,
report the incident directly to Human Resouces.
