Raj Jones, the company’s head of diversity, equality, and inclusion said: “This accreditation has provided us with a robust framework to ensure all colleagues experiencing menopause are supported, as well as those who may not be experiencing it themselves but are supporting others inside or outside of work.
“It has also given us the ongoing opportunity to educate and raise awareness within the business, normalising these conversations in the workplace. We are very proud to receive this prestigious accreditation.”
Deborah Garlick, chief executive and founder of Henpicked, which operates the Menopause in the Workplace accreditation, added: “Sodexo is very deserving of the Menopause Friendly Accreditation in recognition of its comprehensive services and support for colleagues.
“An independent panel looks for evidence of action and impact – not just intent – which is what sets the accreditation apart and Sodexo should be very proud of the way it is changing the lived experience of menopause in the workplace.”
To achieve accreditation, employers must demonstrate evidence of their effectiveness in five key areas: culture, policies and practices, training, engagement and working environment.
Additionally, Sodexo has appointed a menopause working group and hosts internal events, such as its popular virtual menopause cafes. The cafes are held quarterly and cover a variety of topics including symptoms, personal experiences, and male allyship as well as featuring expert clinical advice.