Reach says the accreditation follows a comprehensive assessment of its policies, culture, training programmes and workplace practices. Henpicked’s standards require organisations to demonstrate meaningful, sustainable action in raising menopause awareness, equipping managers with the right tools, and ensuring colleagues feel understood and supported.
Julia Warren, HR director at Reach, said: “We’re so proud to call ourselves a menopause accredited organisation and to have updated our policy to reflect our belief that the menopause must be handled seriously and sensitively. In particular I want to commend the Meno-chat group for their passionate commitment and efforts to get us here.
“At Reach, our aim is to support all of our people through any phase of life, and this achievement marks a big step forward in an area that affects so many people."
Julia Fletcher, co-chair of Reach’s Ready Equality networks Meno-Chat and Cycle Collective added: “This accreditation marks such a meaningful milestone for our Meno-chat colleague network, founded three years ago with the mission to make it easier for women in the organisation to have difficult conversations about the menopause, speak up and get support. It’s also been heartening to see how much support we’ve had from around the business, whether in getting menopause recognised in our policies or simply from the male allyship we’ve seen.”
In order to achieve the Menopause Friendly Accreditation, Reach says it was assessed by an Independent Panel and asked to provide evidence around key areas including culture, policies and practices, training, engagement and working environment.
Deborah Garlick, CEO, Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace said: “Congratulations to Reach plc on achieving Menopause Friendly Accreditation. This milestone reflects their genuine commitment to creating a culture where menopause is understood and supported. Their inclusive approach, strong colleague networks and visible leadership are making a real difference. We’re delighted to recognise their achievement.”
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