Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust has been accredited as a menopause-friendly employer, reflecting its commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of its employees.
The accreditation, established by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace, was awarded after Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust demonstrated evidence and effectiveness to an independent panel across five key areas of culture, policies and practices, training, engagement, and the working environment.
The trust introduced a range of initiatives to meet these standards, including education sessions, manager training, clear guidance and policies, menopause cafés and peer support networks.
The trust said that the initiatives help to raise awareness and foster open conversations, as well as ensuring employees feel supported and empowered.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust’s charity, Well Wishers, and The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust’s charity, Your RWTC, supported the project with funding that enabled the training of menopause advocates.
Joe Chadwick-Bell, group chief executive, said: “This accreditation is a fantastic achievement and a reflection of the dedication and passion of our staff who have driven this work forward.
“Creating a menopause-friendly workplace isn’t just about policies; it’s about culture, understanding and listening to what colleagues need. I’m incredibly proud of the teams who’ve championed this from the ground up, and as a Trust, we remain committed to supporting every colleague through all stages of their working life.”
Tracy Nicholls, staff health and wellbeing clinical manager, added: “We’re absolutely delighted to receive this accreditation. It reflects the genuine commitment we’ve made to creating a safe, open and supportive environment for all our staff.
”Menopause can have a significant impact on women’s working lives, and we want to make sure no one feels they have to suffer in silence. This is about removing stigma, raising awareness and putting the right support in place.”
