The initiative aimed to help artistes identify misconduct, understand their rights, and build safer professional spaces.
The Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA), through its Artiste Committee and We Care Task Force, hosted an important webinar titled “Recognizing Red Flags: Awareness, Safety and Rights” on February 17, 2026. The session aimed to strengthen awareness around safety, professional boundaries, and rights within the event and entertainment industry.
The webinar came at a time when conversations around safe workplaces and ethical industry practices were gaining momentum, supported by the efforts of these national committees at EEMA. The initiative sought to equip artistes, performers, and creative professionals with the knowledge to identify early warning signs of misconduct, understand their rights, and foster a culture of accountability and respect.
The webinar began with a message from Dr. Sanjoy K. Roy, Member of the National Advisory Committee, EEMA, a leader known for championing safety and inclusivity within India’s creative sector. Gitikka Ganju Dhar, Chair of the EEMA Artiste Committee, guided artiste members through key points of the EEMA Code of Conduct, which had been released at EEMAGINE 2025 under the stewardship of President Samit Garg. She encouraged members to review the document and make it an essential part of their professional toolkit.
The artiste panel was moderated by Amrita Joshi, Member of the EEMA Artiste Committee, along with Priyanka Chaturvedi Agarwal and Jayanti Doshi, Co-founders of Ally of Inclusion, who partnered with EEMA in this initiative to educate and sensitise the industry on this critical issue.
The panelists included EEMA artiste members Friesha B, emcee and content creator; Paras Sunda, anchor and entrepreneur; and Ishwari Ramdas Dhanade, anchor, who shared perspectives from across the events ecosystem. The event was anchored by Sano Sultan, an EEMA South Artiste Member.
According to the organisers, the webinar was designed to “debunk myths around industry culture overriding personal boundaries” and reinforce the idea that safety and dignity are non-negotiable aspects of creative workspaces. The session also highlighted practical tools, support systems, and reporting mechanisms available to artistes facing workplace challenges.
Aparajita Chowdhury, Member of the We Care Committee, emphasised the theme “Safe Spaces. Stronger Growth.” The initiative underscored EEMA’s ongoing commitment to building a safer and more inclusive environment for event professionals across India. It was also stressed that every complaint submitted to the Redressal Committee is treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Ankur Kalra, General Secretary, EEMA, said:
“In the experiential world, the most profound moments aren’t built on equipment or infrastructure, but on the invisible foundation of safety. To recognize a ‘red flag’ is to protect the space where every individual, regardless of gender, feels not just invited, but inherently secure. The National Executive Committee of EEMA would like to thank and appreciate the Artiste Committee and the We Care Committee for organising this much-needed session towards building a safe and inclusive ecosystem.”
Reacting to the initiative, Emcee Sonika Chopra said, “After becoming an EEMA member, I actually feel like a big brother is watching over me.”
Singer and EEMA Artiste Member Lokesh Madan added, “Fantastic strides by EEMA. Our industry needs to move towards safety, security, and inclusivity for all genders. Sensitising artists about early signs of red flags is part of EEMA’s commitment to building a safe, modern, and inclusive working environment for its artistes.”
