Balancing menstrual health and workplace wellbeing go hand in hand. While there are challenges and disparities at work on this topic, at Ora we are determined to make a difference. Here are 3 ideas to help you change mindsets at your workplace for 2024.
1. Assert your rights and your employer’s duties
Did you know that the Canadian Labour Code requires access to menstrual products at work since December 15, 2023?
It is your employer's duty to provide you with free menstrual products in the dedicated areas. It is a right that belongs to you, so don't hesitate to assert it!
2. Talk about it freely Education comes through learning and dialogue.
Why not go further and create a committee, or inform human resources in order to organize spaces for discussion around menstrual education ?
These discussions can help raise awareness and create a more understanding atmosphere at work. Even better, imagine if your private insurance at work reimbursed your Ora menstrual panties!
3. Offer menstrual leave
Menstrual leave was adopted in February 2023 in Spain, showing a growing awareness of the importance of menstrual health at work. Why not consider offering menstrual leave at your workplace or accessibility to teleworking ?
This would not only acknowledge the realities of women at work. The gap continues to widen 81.2% do not find menstrual products available at their workplace or educational institution 1 in 4 women justify their absence from work due to menstrual pain with excuses that have nothing to do with the original problem.
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According to a study conducted by the RQASF, 19.6% of women have occasionally used alternative means (toilet paper, fabric) as protection during menstruation due to the high cost of menstrual products.
