Open access - Menopause training session for EA managers and staff

Women's Health

In March 2021 Business in the Community NI (BITCNI) delivered a number of Menopause training session designed for EA managers and staff across schools and services.

The sessions covered

  • What the menopause is including the physical, psychological and emotional impacts.
  • Creating a positive workplace culture - including reasonable adjustments
  • How to manage menopause matters at work including how to handle sensitive conversations, strategies etc.
  • How nutrition and exercise can support staff during the menopause.

To access the sessions click below

Menopause Training for line managers

Overview of the menopause

Psychological impact of the menopause

Diet & fitness during menopause

Accompanying factsheets and information is attached.

Attachment(s): 
PDF icon Menopause and nutrition.pdfImage icon Menopause fact sheet.pngFile Psychological Impacts of Menopause Factsheet.docxFile Menopause Factsheet.docx

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