Research found over half of respondents were able to think of a time when they were unable to go into work due to their menopause symptoms.
Read our guidance for employers to help support employees in the workplace: ow.ly/jLr551045IU
#BetterWorkplaces
Low harassment reporting rates doesn't always equal a healthy workplace. Silence is often a sign of fear, not absence of harm.
We've published new, practical and evidence-based research on what actually works to tackle workplace harassment. Read it here: ow.ly/449p5103oiM
Guiding principle 4: Continuous improvement
Relevant equality and complaints data should be collected, analysed and shared to inform continuous improvement in services.
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The Minister for Women and Equalities is seeking to appoint a Wales Commissioner to @EHRC
They will chair our Wales Committee and make an important contribution to the EHRC Board.
The deadline for applications is 9 November 2026.
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Find out how we are helping employers understand updated workplace harassment laws and duties though our Better Workplaces campaign: ow.ly/esra5102Woc
#BetterWorkplaces
We have the power to advise government on any matter related to equality, diversity and human rights.
Our parliamentary briefings and responses to government consultations are on this page: ow.ly/1JJQ5102Puv
Guiding principle 3: Effective complaints
Arrangements to challenge barriers and raise complaints should be clear and accessible, provide effective remedies proportionate to the impact on the person and inform continuous improvement.
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Last chance for civil society orgs to apply for travel funding to attend @UN examination of the UK’s compliance with the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.
Deadline: 5pm on Friday 30 October 2026: ow.ly/aGtx5100XHF
2026 @ennhri Rule of Law Report
Drawing on evidence from #NHRIs across Europe, the report explores key rule of law and human rights developments, with dedicated sections on disinformation and law-making processes.
Read it here 👇
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The current equal pay system is too complex and hard to navigate.
We back govt plans to tackle pay discrimination but employers must respond to pay questionnaires and salary history questions should be banned in recruitment.
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Guiding principle 2: Communication and support
Services and travel information should be accessible and easy to navigate and
support should be available, especially when things go wrong through delay or breakdown.
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#AccessibleTransport
We recently published our annual Wales Impact Report, which shows the range and impact of our work to protect and promote rights and make Wales fairer in 2025 to 2026.
To read more: ow.ly/aPwC51008OU
Guiding Principle 1: Active involvement
Disabled and older people should be consulted and actively involved in decisions affecting the accessibility of services, including at the start of new projects and during reviews of existing services.
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Pregnancy and maternity is one of the nine protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act.
Our guidance outlines different types of pregnancy and maternity discrimination as well as your workplace rights.
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From next spring, organisations with 250 or more employees must share how they support those going through the menopause.
EHRC chair, Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, explains to @personneltoday how our guidance can help employers get ahead of the new rules: personneltoday.com/hr/menopa…
Last chance for civil society orgs to apply for travel funding to attend @UN examination of the UK’s compliance with the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.
Deadline: 5pm on Friday 30 October 2026: ow.ly/pMWG50ZYRlk
If you are an employer, learn how to build a culture where workers feel comfortable discussing menopause symptoms and requesting adjustments — and the benefits of involving everyone in the conversation.
For more info: ow.ly/1SzO50ZY50F
#WorldMenopauseDay
#BetterWorkplaces
Employers have obligations to staff who are experiencing menopause.
This video provides examples of workplace adjustments and changes that employers can make to support their workers and prevent discrimination.
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