Talking about the stigma surrounding menstruation is what this community was made for. But how much ever we raise our voices, does the stigma really get silenced in those nitty gritty parts of life?
Let’s delve deeper into silencing this stigma, starting from our very own workplaces, after all, charity begins at home.
It’s time we start talking about workplaces getting more period friendly, with the growing conversation of health, mental stability and over well being, it’s only fair!
Periods can heavily (pun intended) affect workdays. From cramps to fatigue to generally just feeling like cuddling up with a tub of ice cream and an old rom com because it’s your first day, they completely throw half the work force off their game at least once EVERY month! And let’s be real—dealing with cramps, fatigue, and mood swings while trying to power through meetings or meet deadlines is no easy feat. It’s time to start a conversation about how periods affect people in the workplace and what can be done to create a more supportive and inclusive environment.
Breaking the long somewhat ‘socially acceptable’
taboo is more than required, not just for representation but essentially for the productivity of a company.
Some steps that can be taken to at least start improving the workplace in this front:
flexible work arrangements
paid menstrual leave
access to menstrual products
comfortable workspaces
education and awareness
Not only does this work as incentives for female workers but it also encourages them and makes them feel valued and happy to be a part of that particular organisation!
Creating a workplace that’s period-positive isn’t just about accommodating a biological need—it’s about valuing employees as whole people and recognizing that their health impacts their work. Plus, when menstruation is normalized in the workplace, it helps to dismantle the broader cultural stigma surrounding periods, making it easier for people to manage their menstrual health with confidence. Written by: Duaa Peeradina
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