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Menopause Matters: The Untold Stories of Black and Ethnically Diverse Women

Menopause is a natural biological stage that marks the end of menstruation, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55, though it can begin earlier (perimenopause) or be brought on by surgery or medical conditions. It is driven by changes in hormone levels, primarily oestrogen and progesterone, and can bring a wide range of […]

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Single-Sex Facilities: What the Law Says About Trans Inclusion – Updated April 2025

Originally posted: 23rd January 2025 | Updated: 13th April 2025 Over the last few years, workplace disputes around trans inclusion in single-sex spaces have made headlines – with tribunals increasingly being asked to weigh the rights of transgender individuals against those of women, people with religious beliefs, and survivors of sexual abuse. While earlier cases

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Accelerate Action: Supporting Ethnically Diverse Women and Children Facing Domestic Abuse and Violence

Every year, International Women’s Day (IWD) serves as a moment of reflection and action in the fight for gender equality. In 2025, the theme ‘Accelerate Action’ calls for urgent and decisive steps to dismantle systemic barriers that continue to disadvantage women across the globe. With gender parity projected to be over 130 years away, we

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Tackling Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Guidance, Key Messages, and Statistics

Introduction: Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a prevalent issue in the UK, despite ongoing efforts to address it. With new legislation set to impose a duty of care on employers starting October 2024, it is crucial for businesses to take proactive steps in preventing and addressing sexual harassment. This blog aims to provide comprehensive

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Not a Simple Matter: Ex-Barclays Diversity Chief Defends Decision Not to Probe VP’s Claims of Race & Sex Discrimination

In a recent legal battle between Barclays and one of its Vice Presidents, Nazia Lawrence, allegations of discrimination have sparked debates over the bank’s internal practices and procedures. The former Diversity and Inclusion chief at Barclays, Azura Mason, has stepped forward to defend her decision not to delve deeper into Lawrence’s claims of race and

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