In response to these alarming stats, The Independent Health and Wellbeing Group (IHWG) has teamed up with sustainable period product company Grace & Green to offer a unique workplace training.

IHWG founder Hazel Hayden tells us their “shared mission is to dismantle the barriers surrounding women’s health in the workplace. By combining forces, we aim to cultivate a culture where menstrual health and menopause are not only understood but actively catered for in the UK. This partnership signifies a crucial step towards fostering inclusive workplaces where every individual, regardless of their gender, can thrive without fear or stigma. Together, we are rewriting the narrative around women’s health, creating a brighter and more equitable future for employees across the board.”

Frances Lucraft, founder of Grace & Green, said: “We believe that access to safe and sustainable period products is a fundamental human right. No one should have to compromise their health, career or dignity because they don’t have access to essential menstrual products when they need them. Having free period products that are visible and are starting conversations in the workplace is an important and simple way to begin breaking the stigmas associated with menstruation. It’s cheaper than buying toilet roll, so the question isn’t why are we starting this partnership, it’s simply why isn’t everybody doing it?”

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