Advancing Women's Rights in the Workplace

Advancing Women's Rights in the Workplace

Hosts: Steve Boese & Trish Steed

Guests: Catherine Crider & Jack Tuckner

In our latest episode, Trish and Steve discussed women's rights, particularly around menopause and employment discrimination with guests, Jack Tuckner and Catherine Crider. They highlighted the legal protections for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause symptoms under the ADA and emphasized the need for employers to create supportive environments and for women to seek accommodations if their symptoms affect major life activities. The conversation also touched on the Menopause Workers Fairness Act, proposed to extend similar protections to menopause as the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act does for pregnancy - and more!

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