Debate erupts over menstrual leave proposal

2026-02-12 - 19:17

The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement has submitted a proposal to the Standing Committee requesting the introduction of menstrual leave as a separate entitlement from sick leave. The FWRM highlights this as a major concern, noting that women often experience burnout, fatigue, and ill health during menstruation. Without proper support, these factors can discourage women from