TransUnion UK Awarded Accreditation as a Menopause Friendly Employer TransUnion UK Awarded Accreditation as a Menopause Friendly Employer
TransUnion, a global information and insights company, has been recognised as a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer in the UK by Menopause Friendly, the leading provider of menopause workplace services. This accreditation is a recognised mark of commitment to create a workplace where colleagues experiencing the menopause feel supported, valued and understood.
In order to achieve the Menopause Friendly Accreditation, TransUnion was assessed by an Independent Panel and had to demonstrate evidence of its effectiveness in five key areas, namely: culture, policies and practices, training, engagement and working environment. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation differentiates employers who have demonstrated the positive impact of their actions.
Almost three quarters of working women ages 40-60 experience menopausal symptoms.i Those experiencing menopause are often at the height of their career, yet 35% of people have taken absence due to menopause symptoms and worryingly only 9% of those felt comfortable enough to disclose the real reason to their manager.ii
Madhu Kejriwal, chief executive officer at TransUnion in the UK and Europe commented: "At TransUnion, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels supported, valued and is able to bring their best selves to work. This is one of our core values and one that we acknowledge, requires continual work.
“Becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer is an important milestone in that commitment. Menopause affects a significant portion of our workforce, and it's our responsibility to make sure people have the resources, understanding and flexibility they need to thrive. This recognition reflects the huge commitment of our teams when it comes to creating a more inclusive environment."
TransUnion in the UK was listed as a committed company by Menopause Friendly in 2024, before receiving accreditation this year. As part of its recognised work, TransUnion offers a wealth of other resources to support people going through the menopause, including educational resources, a downloadable symptoms diary, and other comprehensive knowledge and planning resources. TransUnion has also focused efforts to increase managerial awareness to ensure effected colleagues receive the right support and guidance needed.
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i Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Menopause in the Workplace: Employee Experiences in 2023, based on a survey of more than 2,000 women aged 40-60 employed in the UK
ii Menopause Friendly - https://menopausefriendly.co.uk
