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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Women's Health
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Advocacy for national paid menstrual leave legislation is growing among Australian legal professionals, researchers, and unions.
  • Limited research exists on women's attitudes towards paid menstrual leave, highlighting a gap in understanding.
  • This study addresses the need to explore Australian women's perspectives on this emerging workplace policy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate Australian women's attitudes regarding the implementation of paid menstrual leave.
  • To identify factors influencing support for paid menstrual leave policies.
  • To understand preferred modalities for accessing menstrual leave.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional mixed-methods online survey was administered to 923 Australian women aged 18+ who menstruate.
  • Participants were recruited via social media, including women's health and support groups for conditions like endometriosis.
  • Passive snowball sampling was utilized to expand participant reach.

Main Results:

  • A significant majority (85%) of participants favored paid menstrual leave, with younger age and a history of missed work due to menstrual pain being key predictors of support.
  • Preferred conditions for menstrual leave included it being paid, available monthly, and requiring a one-time doctor's approval.
  • A majority (73%) anticipated positive impacts on employees, such as improved workplaces and productivity.

Conclusions:

  • Findings are crucial for informing legislative considerations regarding paid menstrual leave in Australia.
  • Further research is recommended to include diverse stakeholders, including employers and legal experts, for a comprehensive understanding.
  • This study underscores the importance of employee well-being and productivity in workplace policy development.