Download our Menopause White Paper – a workplace playbook for individuals, employers and allies.
People and their well-being are at the heart of the water industry’s success. Yet, one critical issue is often overlooked: the impact of perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause on women in the workforce. The hormonal changes that come with menopause can trigger a barrage of symptoms including hot flushes, fatigue, and anxiety, all of which directly affect job performance, focus, and productivity.
The gender gap in the workforce is already a challenge, with fewer women in leadership roles across technical industries. If menopause isn’t openly addressed, it could further widen this gap, leading to higher absenteeism or even early retirement for women.
Recent discussions, including the Senate Inquiry into Issues related to Menopause and Perimenopause by the Parliament of Australia, stress the importance of supporting women through this life stage. In collaboration with leading nutrition and well-being advisor, 5 for Life, Risk Edge has explored how menopause affects women in industries like ours. The resulting white paper outlines the legal and formal framework for addressing menopause, identifies key risks and offers practical advice for businesses to create a more inclusive, supportive work environment for women navigating this phase.
You can download the white paper for free here, and we encourage you to share it with colleagues and industry professionals. Let’s start the conversation and work together to support women in the workforce.
Feel free to contact us for a free risk chat if you’d like to know more.
