Be among the first Menopause Friendly employers in the US

The benefits of being a menopause friendly employer

attract talent

By addressing the needs of those experiencing menopause, you attract talent by demonstrating you are a great place to work and thrive through all stages of life

retain talent

Providing flexibility and adapting your workplace policies to become menopause friendly can help to reduce your workforce turnover.

diversity, equity and inclusion

Menopause and leadership opportunities often coincide, yet many leave work or retire early. Supporting those experiencing menopause is key to achieving your DE&I and gender diversity targets. 

Psychosocial care

67% of women are concerned about how menopause is impacting their mental health (Circle In 2021). Raising awareness about menopause is vital to ensuring your psychosocial care plan is comprehensive.

increase productivity

Symptoms negatively impact 83% of menopausal women’s work performance (Circle In 2021). Raising awareness and providing support can encourage employees to get the help they need to thrive, boosting productivity.

reduce absenteeism

Workplaces that raise awareness and encourage employees to seek help report lower rates of absenteeism and higher rates of job satisfaction.

1 in 4

women consider leaving work due to their menopause symptoms

1 in 6 survey respondents considered leaving their job because of their menopause symptoms . 1 in 12 actually did.  (Menodoctor Survey 2023)

75%

experience symptoms during menopause

70%

do not feel comfortable talking about menopause at work

67%

report concern about the impact on their mental health

81%

of women aged 45 to 54 are in paid employment

How menopause friendly is your organization?

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  • What it means to be menopause friendly
  • Where you are today
  • Where you might want to focus



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Founding Menopause Friendly US employers

These leading employers are amongst the first in the US to commit to being menopause friendly. Join us in celebrating them!

Accredited Menopause Friendly Employers in the UK

Following four years of breaking the taboo of menopause at work, employers began applying for The Menopause Friendly Accreditation in 2021. 

The mark of excellence for menopause at work, nearly 100 employers large and small across all industries have achieved accreditation as a Menopause Friendly Employer.

Much more than a tickbox, promise or pledge, employers that achieve accreditation have demonstrated to The Menopause Friendly Independent Panel of experts that their organization actively supports menopause at work across five accreditation pillars.

The industry-recognized mark of excellence for menopause at work

Powered by MiDOViA

Launched in 2024, Menopause Friendly US is powered by MiDOViA.

As discussions around menopause gained momentum in the US, MiDOViA saw a crucial need for accountability. Committed to upholding then standards if a Menopause Friendly employer, they introduced the esteemed accreditation program to the US market. 

This initiative expands on their core belief and shared vision of fostering accountability and creating supportive and equitable work environments. Recognizing that mere acknowledgment isn’t sufficient, MiDOViA emphasises the necessity of taking actionable steps to drive impactful change.

Our initiatives have made a significant impact on a variety of industries across the United States, fostering cultures of empathy and support. We provide employees and leaders with the tools they need to navigate menopause, creating thriving work environments.

Employers committed to being menopause friendly

Over 500 employers across the  UK and  Australia have committed to being Menopause Friendly employers by joining Menopause Friendly Membership.

With productivity and gender equality high on the corporate agenda, being menopause friendly is fast becoming business critical for employers of all sizes, across all industries.

Employers in the UK

Employers in australia and new zealand

“Achieving The Menopause Friendly Accreditation ourselves was an important milestone in the work we’re doing to support an inclusive and open workplace culture, and that includes the menopause”

-Ben Horner, HR Director at Boots UK & ROI

Be among the first menopause friendly employers in the US

Do you want to learn more about what it means to be menopause friendly, how your organization can benefit or how we can help?

Or maybe you’re ready to take advantage of our Founding Menopause Friendly membership offer ahead of launch in Fall 2024?

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