Case Study 12 Bayer AG – UNFPA Partnership for Menopause Inclusion
Initiated: 2020 (Ongoing)
Provider: Bayer AG, in collaboration with UNFPA
Target Group: Employees experiencing menopause, with a global focus
Goal: To improve awareness, reduce stigma, and strengthen workplace support for menopausal employees by embedding inclusive policies and training across Bayer’s global operations. Key Actions
Partnered with UNFPA to design a reproductive health-informed menopause strategy
Reviewed and adjusted internal policies to support menopausal employees, including flexible work
Trained HR and managers to recognise symptoms and respond appropriately
Ran internal awareness campaigns using comms platforms and educational resources
Collected employee feedback and adapted policies for continuous improvement Impact
Increased internal awareness, empathy, and willingness to discuss menopause
Menopausal employees reported greater satisfaction and felt more supported
Bayer was externally recognised for advancing workplace wellbeing and inclusion Lesson Learned
External partnerships (e.g. UNFPA) provide credibility and technical depth
Policy is most effective when paired with internal culture change and manager training
Greater visibility of support tools (peer groups, mentorship) and global equity are next priorities Success Factors
Strong leadership endorsement at the global level
Evidence-based development of policies via collaboration with health experts
Communication strategies that reached employees across locations and departments
Willingness to collect and act on employee feedback Sustainability
Integrated within Bayer’s broader D&I and wellbeing agenda
Continuous leadership engagement and cross-team collaboration
Investment in internal capacity-building (e.g. training modules, toolkits)
Workplace flexibility and openness maintained as long-term commitments
