Women who suffer particularly from menstrual cramps should in future benefit from paid days off in Zurich. What do Zurich women think?
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the essentials in a nutshell
- In the city of Zurich, women should soon be given a monthly “menstrual leave”.
- The city council wants to start a pilot project for women with severe menstrual pain.
- What do the people of Zurich think?
Between 25 and 35 percent of women experience regular to very severe menstrual cramps. The Zurich city council now wants to help those affected and give them up to five paid days a month. The council wants to start a corresponding pilot project for city employees.
The argument divides minds. For example, Anna-Béatrice Schmaltz (Verdi), postulant of the question, speaks of a “feminist question that has existed for years”.
Yasmine Bourgeois (FDP), on the other hand, believes that the project is unnecessary, as those affected could also take sick leave. But how do Zurich women feel about the possible “menstrual leave”?
Think a period break is a good thing?
12%
Yes sure, it’s long overdue.
1
Yes sure, it’s long overdue.
88%
No, that’s an exaggeration.
2
No, that’s an exaggeration.
“I don’t think it’s a bad idea at all,” says Jessie. “There are a lot of women who struggle with it.” Unfortunately, many employers don’t take them seriously.
there is a risk of exploitation
Sonja is also of the opinion that there is no harm in broaching the subject. However, you also acknowledge that there is a risk that the regulation will be exploited. “Obviously it would be a shame for women who are really badly affected. They could benefit greatly from the five days.”
“For women who are really having problems for five days, that’s a good thing,” agrees Kimberly. “Others will definitely benefit,” she says. Jessie believes this happens even on sick days.
