The Problem
Women are still facing disproportionate barriers in the workplace.
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Water Aid Surveyfeel that they are held back to some extent by attitudes to periods in their workplace.
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Bloody Good Employersof working women and menstruators feel stress or anxiety managing their period at work.
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CIPD Surveysaid they had a negative experience at work because of their menstrual symptoms.
Why this matters
Despite years of progress, women continue to encounter stigma, inequity and silence in workplaces across the world.
With rights under threat and stigma surrounding essential health issues, businesses need to act now.
71% of women and menstruators said that it’s important for employers to provide employees with free period products.
Join us in taking action, because your team deserves more than just awareness.
The Solution
Raising awareness is just the first step, now we need action.
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Water Aid Surveybelieve employers are not doing enough to support women to manage their periods at work.
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People Managementof female Gen Z & millennials would quit tomorrow for a job that better supported their menstrual cycle.
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Bloody Good Employersfeel that normalising periods discussions in the workplace would help them feel more supported.
Change starts here
The impact of simple actions can be transformative for your organisation.
By taking steps toward a period-positive and inclusive workplace, businesses send a clear message:
Women’s Health Matters.
Periods should no longer be a barrier to success, but a conversation to be normalised. It’s time to stop talking about the problem and start solving it.
Workplace Accelerator Kit
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A 5-step action guide to setting up inclusive workplace practices and everything you need to know in order to make measurable changes in your workplace.
In this kit, you'll find:
- The benefits of introducing menstrual policies
- The 5 immediate actions you can take
- Next steps
Enter your details to receive your copy and start the journey to becoming a period positive work workplace for your employees.
What Our Partners Say
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Natasha Mosscrop, HR Director, Talent and DI&B Europe at Kerry
"Of all the Diversity and Inclusion initiatives we have launched in the last few years, Riley has had the most tangible and immediate response from our employees."
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Anne McComish, Women's Network AIB Ireland
"As a member of AIB’s Women’s Network I was proud to sponsor the availability of Riley’s eco-friendly period products free of charge in the female and universal toilets in AIB offices for our people across the country.”
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Emma Scott, Ireland’s People Partner at PwC
"We are delighted to collaborate with Riley on this important initiative which underpins our commitment to sustainability, gender equality and cultivating a workplace that supports our people’s health and wellbeing.”
Supporting 300+ Organisations
"We fundamentally believe that period products are a basic human need & should be treated like toilet paper. That means readily available whenever & wherever they're needed.
Which is why we are supporting corporates & facilities teams in creating an inclusive environment within the workplace while also contributing to their sustainability agendas."
Áine & Fiona
Co-Founders of Riley
Ready to take action?
This International Women’s Day, don’t let your business be one that just talks about change. Be the company that makes it happen. Commit to becoming a Period Positive Workplace and let’s make real, lasting change together.