'50% of the population menstruate, so it only figures that this is an issue that should be recognised by employers.'
With periods being a monthly – and often painful – occurrence for many women, wouldn’t it be nice to finally turn the corner from taboo to normalised when it comes to talking about menstruation and the workplace?
A painful period can leave many struggling to focus and exhausted, with headaches, mood swings and more – so trying to work during this time can be incredibly challenging. However, in a landmark decision the Spanish cabinet voted this year to approve paid menstrual leave every month – potentially paving the way for the rest of Europe and the UK to do the same.The new Spanish bill says anyone suffering with dysmenorrhea could have three days of leave a month – extended to five in some circumstances.When it comes to women’s health and their careers, 2022 saw multiple companies making steps to accommodate female employees and their health.
Japan, Indonesia, South Korea, Zambia and Taiwan all already have a form of menstrual leave policy in place, although these are not without their flaws. So Europe, the UK and America are certainly lagging behind in that respect. ‘Inclusive women’s health support is an incredible way for employers to differentiate and build happy and diverse teams.
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