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Specsavers has been awarded a 'Menopause in the Workplace' accreditation in recognition of the support the employers offers to affected colleagues.
The Menopause Friendly Accreditation, established by Henpicked: Menopause in the workplace is intended to recognise high standard and proven practices that embrace menopause in the workplace.
In 2022, Specsavers launched MenoTalk; a colleague-led menopause community network giving members a safe space to discuss, listen and share their menopause experiences.
Pictured: The MenoTalk sessions were launched last year.
MenoTalk group co-chairs, Louise Furby and Caroline Milliken are proud of the achievement.
"We set up our MenoTalk colleague group to give everyone affected by menopause a safe, confidential space where members can share experiences and get practical advice," they said. "Being awarded the Menopause in the Workplace accreditation is testament to the supportive environment this has created. We look forward to continuing to expand on the advice, support, and education throughout the business."
The accreditation is industry-recognised and the only accreditation that sets clear standards which must be met. To achieve the certificate, employers are assessed by an independent panel and must demonstrate evidence of their effectiveness in six key areas: culture, policies and practices, training, engagement, facilities, and evaluation.
Deborah Garlick, founder and CEO of Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace congratulates Specsavers on meeting the criteria.
"Specsavers has done exceptionally well to achieve the Menopause Friendly Accreditation and deserve credit for the success of its MenoTalk programme. We know that open discussions, supportive conversations and creating a psychologically safe environment are key to making lasting and meaningful change for colleagues. I have no doubt that Specsavers colleagues will feel the benefit of it being a menopause friendly employer and hope this positivity will cascade to its customer community as well."
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