Over 70% of employees experience menopause-related symptoms, with 1 in 10 leaving the workforce due to this.
Menopause discussions are essential to retain experienced employees and avoid unfair dismissal claims.
Despite its prevalence, menopause remains a taboo subject in many workplaces.
Key areas to include in your menopause strategy are developing an effective policy, supporting employees with symptoms, establishing support systems, and breaking down stigma.
Policies should address principles, objectives, symptoms, responsibilities, activities, and support sources.
Employers can support menopausal employees through information sharing, training, flexible policies, environmental changes, and reasonable adjustments..
Menopause support in the workplace promotes a work culture where understanding and empathy is paramount, and the promotion of menopause-friendly workplaces can only be seen to be a step forward. Everyone needs to be aware of the facts, so that stereotyping of people experiencing menopause is eliminated.
