Has anyone ever questioned why you want time off over the summer months or for a particular holiday such as Christmas, Halloween or Easter? Have your religious beliefs been ignored because “it’s all about family”? Have you had to schedule appointments outside of work hours because caring for elderly parents, friends or a pet is not seen as important, despite parents being given time off at short notice to be with their children, no matter the reason?
HOW DOES it MAKE YOU FEEL when your requests are declined, based solely on not having children?
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FREE WEBINARS Friday 18th September
9am BST - Childlessness can have a profound impact on people, including their working lives, yet the experiences of those without children are often overlooked, misunderstood or minimised, both in the workplace and in general conversations about grief. In this session, Judi Johnson and Dr Katy Schnitzler will explore what it can mean to experience childlessness in the workplace.
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11am BST - In this World Childless Week webinar, we’ll hear from employers who are taking meaningful steps to better recognise and support the experiences of childless employees. We’ll explore the challenges they’ve encountered, what they’re doing differently, and what they’ve learned along the way. We’ll also look at the opportunities for organisations to create cultures where childless people feel seen, valued and included.
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7pm BST - A group of childless therapists will share insights about the tensions people without children can face at work around their time and value. We'll explore reproductive story, intersecting identities, and the cumulative effect on one's career and sense of self. Our time together will conclude with prompts for ongoing reflection to validate and honor your experience and connect to your own authority.
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Submissions will appear here ACROSS THE DAY on Friday 18th September
Read the submission fact sheet and make your submission HERE