Nairobi introduces menstrual leave
Nairobi has become the first place in Kenya to implement menstrual leave for public employees suffering from menstrual pain.
Nairobi introduces menstrual leave policy sparking praise and debate
Nairobi has implemented a policy granting female county employees two days of paid menstrual leave each month, prompting discussions about workplace support for women's health.
The Indian Supreme Court Denied a Petition Requesting Menstrual Leave for Women
The Indian Supreme Court has rejected a petition that sought to grant menstrual leave to women.
'Their careers could be ruined...' SC denies hearing on petition for 'period leave'
The Supreme Court of India has refused to hear a petition requesting the provision of leave for working women and students suffering during their menstrual periods, expressing concerns about potential negative consequences on women's careers.
Menstrual Leave: Why Is the System Difficult to Utilize? 80 Years of Women's Health and Work
This article discusses the challenges faced by women in utilizing menstrual leave in Japan, highlighting its historical context and current implications.
At the University of Limoges, boys skip classes by taking menstrual leave "without distinction of gender"
At the University of Limoges, a menstrual leave policy allows students to miss classes due to painful periods, sparking debate over its misuse by male students.
Gender-equitable Working World: Bleeding at Work?
The discussion about 'menstrual leave' is not new, as the new chairman of the Health Ministers' Conference opposes it, arguing that women should be allowed to take sick leave instead.