Navigating menstrual leave policy-Global trends and the Indian paradigm
1 Strawberry Fields High School, Sector 26, Chandigarh, India.
2 Motherhood Hospital, Sec 62, Mohali, Punjab, India.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(01), 2847–2850
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.1.0275
Publication history:
Received on 16 December 2023; revised on 27 January 2024; accepted on 30 January 2024
Abstract:
The global landscape of menstrual leave policies differs widely and there is a need to delve into their origins, variations, and socio-economic implications. With a focus on the socio-economic challenges confronting menstruators, there is a need to study the absence of a comprehensive menstrual leave policy in certain regions and its impact on its residents. Utilizing the inclusive term 'menstruators,' this review uncovers persistent issues such as period poverty and cultural taboos surrounding menstruation. Surveying policies across diverse regions, it notes varying entitlements. The absence of a uniform policy underscores the global need for inclusive approaches to address the health and socio-economic aspects of menstruation. This study aims to contribute to the broader discourse on promoting well-being and inclusivity for menstruating individuals worldwide.
Keywords:
Menstruation; Menstrual leave; Policy; Periods
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