Is it time companies incorporated menstrual leave in their work policies? Well, this is an issue that is fast gaining worldwide attention.
Companies in the United Kingdom are mulling creating a ‘period policy’ to give women time off work during their monthly cycles.
This new initiative seems to be getting more popularity across the world, and it aims to create a happier and more productive work environment for females.
In some regions across the world, Africa in particular, periods are still considered a taboo and as such, women may feel embarrassed to admit they are in pain.
Menstrual leave began in Japan way back in 1947, but has never been well received globally.
Lately however, the issue has obtained more recognition, and countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, and Indonesia have put laws in place to allow women take time off work when they are undergoing their monthly periods.
Most recently, the Chinese province of Anhui has agreed to give women paid monthly leave if they produce a doctor’s letter.
Giant sportswear company Nike is thought to be the only worldwide company to officially include menstrual leave as part of their code of conduct.
