On Fertility Awareness Week, I'm proud to support the #FertilityWorkplacePledge.
Working with Nickie Aiken MP, together we're calling on employers to take positive action to make sure everyone going through fertility treatment is supported
The Fertility Workplace Pledge is a set of simple and voluntary commitments, designed to benefit millions of individuals and couples going through fertility treatment.
The Fertility Workplace Pledge consists of four steps for employers to sign up to:
1. Accessible information: Having an accessible workplace fertility policy to create an open culture free from stigma; to make sure employees feel comfortable in the workplace; and to prevent the best talent from leaving.
2. Awareness in the workplace: Establishing the role of Fertility Ambassador to open conversations internally and make people aware of available support.
3. Staff training: Making sure line managers understand the realities of treatment for employees including the physical, mental, and financial impact — and how they can support someone going through it.
4. Flexible working: Giving the right for employees to request flexible working, including reasonable working adjustments, so they can attend appointments.
