Although it is relatively well accepted now that women have more complex health needs throughout their career, these health conditions remain one of the biggest barriers to women progressing. Focussing on inclusive policies and education is key to reducing the stigma and the impact of the health-related barriers women face in the workplace.

In a bid to accelerate this much needed change, WACL is introducing the ‘Be a Women’s Health Hero’ initiative which will address the four main life-changing challenges for women: periods, fertility, maternity and menopause Given the huge business imperative to improve the current situation, WACL are starting with the Menopause and introducing a policy for companies to adopt or use as a practical reference to anything existing, to ensure it is fit for purpose.