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63% of new fathers felt mentally unprepared to return to work after their paternity leave.? Where does paternity leave?rank on?the priority list of gender inclusion?? ? Societal norms are changing, and more fathers want to be actively involved not just as their children grow but right from the start. However, statutory paternity pay is falling short of reflecting a father’s role.?? ? 62% of fathers would take more paternity leave if paternity pay rates were higher. Over half of future parents said they could afford six weeks of paternity leave if it paid 90% of their income.? ? Longer paternity leave benefits fathers, improves work-life balance, and helps address the Motherhood Penalty. Countries offering six weeks of paternity leave typically have a 4% smaller gender pay gap than those offering less.? ? We think it is time to see changes for paternity leave. What’s included in the Paternity Leave Policy Guide:?? ? ?? Who is a Paternity Policy for?? ?? Considerations for inclusion in a Paternity Leave policy? ?? Paternity Leave Policy Structure Template? ?? Access the free guide here ?? https://lnkd.in/dcsPmhGT? ?? ---? #PaternityLeave #PaternityLeavePolicy #ParenthoodAtWork #HeyFlow?

63% of male tech & agency leaders?know ‘the basics’ or less of how to support someone returning to work after maternity leave. A smooth and pleasant return to work can be the make or break of whether a returning mother stays in a company. Being equipped and training leaders on how to manage a return-to-work journey is integral to making sure you’re supporting and keeping women in your business. This is a stat from our ‘Allyship in Action’ report in partnership with BIMA: You can access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eYqrewyE.

80% of women feel like they are held back to some extent by attitudes to periods in their workplace (WaterAid, 2022) For more hard-hitting facts, head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/e5cN-ahd

?? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ???????????? ?????? & ???????? ???? ?????? ?????????????????? PMS and PMDD impact millions of women every month, often disrupting work, productivity, and mental well-being. Yet, conversations about these conditions are still very rare in professional settings.? ? To address this, we’re excited to launch our ??????, ????????, ?????? ?????? ?????????????????? ?????????? — a free, in-depth resource to help both employers and employees build healthier, more inclusive workplaces. ????????’?? ????????????? ?? ?????????? ???????????????? ???????? ?????? ?????? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ????????-????????? ?? ??????????????????? ?????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ?????????????? ?????????? ??????????? ?? ?????????? ???? ???????????? ???????? ????????????????, ??????????????????????????, ?????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???????? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ?????? ?????????????????? ????????????????: ?? HeyFlow – insight, learning and action for female reproductive health inclusion in the workplace ?? The Limitless Collective – experts in empowering women to accelerate their careers without sacrificing their health ???? Download your free copy here: https://lnkd.in/e5m4v_y5 Let’s break the stigma, foster healthier environments, and ensure that no one feels held back by their health at work.? ? #WomensHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #PMS #PMDD #Evelyn

74% of male tech & agency leaders don’t feel equipped to support a team member suffering from menopausal symptoms. And with an ageing workforce, a majority of women will go through menopause at work. When leaders don’t know how to support, women don’t get the support they need. This is a stat from our ‘Allyship in Action’ report in partnership with BIMA: You can access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eYqrewyE

Most agency male leaders want to be a more proactive ally to women at work… so what’s stopping them? Here are some common barriers to allyship and how to overcome them: ??Barrier: Fear of getting it wrong ??Solution: Talk less, listen more. The role of an ally is to use your resources to support the already existing voices rather than amplifying your own. ??Barrier: Fear of repercussion ??Solution: Acknowledging this as a reality. Unfortunately, backlash is a risk of allyship, though it shouldn't be. If you encounter criticism for speaking out on these issues, consider what it's like for those who live them every day. ??Barrier: Fear of not making a difference ??Solution: Start at the micro-level and take things slow. Small immediate differences mean the world. ??Barrier: Not having enough time. ??Solution: Start. People have different levels of resources available, and doing something is better than nothing, and everyone can do something. Even small actions can bring us closer to achieving equity if we all move in the same direction. -- Through HeyFlow Leadership learning we help overcome these barriers and help businesses gain a nuanced understanding of how reproductive health inclusion links to gender equity, the gender pay gap, reputational risk and ESG reporting. ?You can find out more on our website: https://lnkd.in/ep6AhPRN

A quarter of women regularly have their work affected by period pain. But it isn't just pain that can affect work. Research has linked over 150 physical and mental symptoms to PMS, including fatigue, headaches, anxiety and depression. HeyFlow focuses on exploring the various challenges related to periods, rather than just the cramps and pain, as many more symptoms can affect someone's ability to work and their overall workplace experience. The main issue though? Only 4% of women have raised their issues with their manager. For more hard-hitting facts, head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/e5cN-ahd #HeyFlow #PeriodsAtWork

Most companies don’t have reproductive health training as part of their managerial learning & development plan, despite managers wanting to be trained when asked directly. According to the ongoing aggregated HeyFlow data: ?? More than 6 in 10 managers want more training on menopause ?? Nearly half of managers want more training on periods & the menstrual cycle. Training builds confidence. Confidence builds support. For more information on Reproductive Health Management Learning head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/ep6AhPRN

By 2030, 47% of all 50s are forecasted to be part of the UK labour workforce. If you aren't preparing your company for menopause, you aren't preparing your company for the future. For more hard hitting facts, head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/e5cN-ahd #ReproductiveHealth #Menopause #MenopauseInclusion #HeyFlow

STOP THE PRESS! Yesterday, the TechRound SaaS Top 66 companies were announced, and not only did HeyFlow make the list, but we were ranked TWELTH! ?? "As a majority female-founded company, HeyFlow and its team has also faced the challenge of securing investment in a field where female entrepreneurs often encounter biases and funding barriers. HeyFlow operates in a space that necessitates challenging entrenched social norms and systemic beliefs, and attitudes that support the lack of inclusion for women. The firm advocates for changing workplace attitudes that have historically sidelined women’s health issues, which often contribute to high absenteeism, lower retention rates, and slower career progression for women." If you, or your company are looking to make your workplace more inclusive for women and want to take the lead as we create waves in the future of work, get in touch. Aer Venture Studios Nick Dean Sabrina W. #femalefounded #womensequity #femalereproductivehealth