In this episode, Soraya and Jasmine discuss the ongoing challenges and awareness surrounding endometriosis, featuring guest Michelle, who shares her personal journey with the condition and discusses her petition for menstrual leave and the upcoming event in London aimed at raising awareness and support for those affected by endometriosis.. They also discuss the impact of endometriosis on mental health, and the need for systemic changes in women's health care.

Please sign the petition to help countless of women in the UK suffering from this chronic illness!!! Statutory Menstrual Leave

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732342?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwL6kuFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpw_nNdv4qGkUC-sjAU9Yuq81x790Vyab8fhFzPl_yBnuKhhguoauB09-Y5H0_aem_ainH3T_lCFdBNN_stLq-Tw

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Endometriosis Awareness

04:54 Personal Stories and Experiences with Endometriosis

11:41 The Need for Change in Women's Health

19:04 Mental Health and Endometriosis

25:52 The Petition for Statutory Menstrual Leave

27:50 Understanding Intent and Inclusion in Advocacy

28:32 Challenges in Implementing Menstrual Leave

29:59 The Impact of Menstrual Leave on Workplace Productivity

32:03 Addressing Concerns About Exploitation of Leave

34:14 The Importance of Disclosure in Employment

36:02 Upcoming Events and Community Engagement

39:37 The Power of Signatures and Collective Action

41:53 The Broader Impact of Endometriosis on Families

43:25 The Incurable Nature of Endometriosis

46:48 Raising Awareness and Sharing Experiences

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endometriosis, menstrual leave, women's health, awareness, petition, support, personal stories, mental health, community, advocacy, periods, statutory leave