Bansuri Swaraj, senior advocate and politician, emphasized the urgent need for a strong redressal system in newsrooms to ensure the safety and dignity of women working in media. Speaking at the inaugural edition of ‘e4m Women in Media, Digital, and Creative Economy,’ she highlighted the pressing issue of workplace harassment and gender inequality in journalism and digital media.
She stressed that newsrooms failing to implement a proper grievance redressal mechanism are actively failing their women employees. A secure and inclusive work environment, according to Swaraj, is essential to empower women journalists and professionals in the rapidly evolving media landscape.
The Need for Systemic Change
Addressing a room full of media professionals, Bansuri Swaraj called for:
Stronger policies against harassment and discrimination
Strict enforcement of redressal mechanisms
More leadership opportunities for women in newsrooms
An industry-wide commitment to fostering gender equality
As digital and creative industries continue to grow, ensuring safe and fair workplaces for women remains a critical challenge. Swaraj’s remarks serve as a call to action for media organizations to prioritize gender-sensitive policies and create an environment where women can thrive without fear of bias or harassment.
What’s Next?
The event, hosted by exchange4media, brought together key industry leaders to discuss the evolving role of women in media, digital platforms, and the creative economy. The conversation around workplace safety and gender parity is expected to drive much-needed reforms in newsrooms across the country.-AirMedia Broadcast
