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Kerala’s ‘Project Menstrual Dignity’ introduces up to three days of menstrual leave for schoolgirls. Actor Aju Varghese backs the initiative, calling it essential for dignity, comfort, and welfare https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-project-menstrual-dignity-menstrual-leave-aju-varghese-cgbz1uw0?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Kerala #ProjectMenstrualDignity #MenstrualLeave #AjuVarghese

Mathrubhumi English 5d ago

The remarks by both leaders drew strong reactions on social media. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-menstrual-leave-row-bjps-sreelekha-iumls-noorbina-draw-criticism-over-privacy-remarks-rt0pkulz?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #kerala #Menstrualleave #period #IUML #BJP

Mathrubhumi English 6d ago

Kerala menstrual leave plan sparks larger question: What does ‘menstrual dignity’ really mean? https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-school-menstrual-leave-policy-debate-pk6qook3?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Kerala #MenstrualLeave #EducationPolicy #WomenEmpowerment

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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles May 15

Want to know more? There's a great piece on #MenstrualLeave in the Conversation if you want to take a deeper dive into the existing policies in different countries. 6/6 #MenstrualHealthAwarenessMonth #PeriodFriendlyWorld theconversation.com/menstrual-le...

Menstrual leave: stigma and un...

Menstrual leave: stigma and uncertainty mean these progressive measures are being underused around the world

Time off work for period pain is still a topic of heated debate.

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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles May 15

It's day 16 of #MenstrualHealthAwarenessMonth, and our topic is #MenstrualLeave, a form of leave which allows employees to take paid or unpaid time-off work, or to work flexibly, for menstruation or menopause related symptoms. Importantly, this leave is on top of regular sick leave. 1/6

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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles May 15

Countries with #MenstrualLeave policies include Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, and Zambia, as well as individual provinces in Argentina, China, and India. 2/6 #MenstrualHealthAwarenessMonth #PeriodFriendlyWorld

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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles May 15

#MenstrualLeave is a controversial topic. Advocates say that menstrual leave policies are a good thing because they acknowledge the diverse needs and experiences of employees. 3/6 #MenstrualHealthAwarenessMonth #PeriodFriendlyWorld

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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles May 15

But opponents argue that while the intention is good, in reality, #MenstrualLeave policies increase the stigma around periods and negatively impact gender equity by presenting women as less reliable and more expensive workers. 4/6 #MenstrualHealthAwarenessMonth #PeriodFriendlyWorld