Menstrual Leave

Spain paves way for Europe's first 'menstrual leave' law

The legislation entitles workers experiencing period pain to as much time off as they need, with the state social security system -- not employers -- picking up the tab for the sick leave

No proposal to introduce menstruation leave in educational institutions: Education Ministry

"No such proposal is under consideration in the ministry," Union Minister of Education for State Subhas Sarkar said when asked whether the government will bring legislation to ensure menstruation benefit leave in educational institutions

Kerala plans to grant period leave: Do women need a break when menstruating?

The Kerala government has said it is considering granting menstrual leave to women students of all state universities coming under the Department of Higher Education. The move remains hotly contested with some hailing the decision and others arguing its necessity

Shiv Sena demands women in govt, semi-govt organisations get 'menstrual leave'

Senior Shiv Sena corporator Sheetal Mhatre demanded that women working in government, semi-government and private organisations be allowed to avail "menstrual leave" once in a month

Menstrual leave: Women-friendly or new spin on old practice of shunning women?

asto Deal, an online shopping portal in Nepal, recently introduced a menstrual leave policy for female employees who face debilitating period pains every month. Is period leave a wondrous example of new-age, gender-sensitive HR practice?