Menstrual Disorders in the Workplace - How to Support Employees

Introduction

In 2023 the CIPD surveyed over 2000 women aged from 18-60 years, asking them about their experience of menstruation and the workplace. 69% of women who had experienced symptoms relating to menstruation said that this had a negative impact on work. 53% had been unable to go to work at some point, because of menstruation symptoms, with 4% saying that this happened every month.

Menstruation is clearly an issue for a significant number of women, but it is still a subject that is often seen as ‘taboo’ in the workplace.

This webinar will explore what is meant by menstrual disorders, their impact on employees and practical ways organisations can provide support.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Menstrual disorders
• What is meant by disorders
• Specific medical conditions that might result in menstrual difficulties
• The impact of menstrual disorders on work
• Are menstrual disorders a disability?
• The definition of a disability in the Equality Act 2010
• Case law relating to menstruation and disability
• The duty to make reasonable adjustments
• The duties on the employer
• Training for line managers
• Supporting women who are struggling
• Policies and procedures

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Wednesday 25th February 2026

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