Reproductive health issues can affect anybody, at any stage of their working life.
Normal leave entitlements often aren’t enough, and people end up having to take unpaid leave, and jeopardising their jobs.
That isn’t fair. Which is why we’re campaigning for every worker to have the right to Reproductive Health Leave – this would be a hugely positive step in fostering a healthy and supportive workplace, for all.
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We’re advocating for a minimum of 12 days paid leave for reproductive health issues, covering severe menstrual pain, vasectomies, menopause, gender transitioning therapies and more.
We’d also like to see flexible work arrangements and reasonable adjustments made available for all those experiencing reproductive health issues.
Some facts and figures:
83% of women say their work was negatively affected by the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause, and over half considered retiring or taking a break from work.
In Japan and Italy, menstrual leave has reduced absenteeism and staff turnover.
Similar leave policies have been linked to narrowing the gender pay gap, by allowing women to stay in the workforce and reducing career interruptions.