Welcome to this week's episode where we speak with solicitor Jessica Heron. We have been following Jessica's work over the years and knew that it was time to have her on our podcast. 

Jessica is currently a practicing solicitor at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers, and specialises in the area of Employment and Industrial Law. In September 2022, Jessica established a working group with some of her union clients to uncover ways in which reproductive health issues could be better dealt with by workplaces. Jessica has continued to lead the strategy for the working group’s campaign, with the focal point being the need for reproductive health to be considered under the Fair Work Act through the inclusion of additional leave days and flexible work entitlements. 

During our conversation Jessica shares: 

• Her own personal story of why she is so passionate about advocating for greater menstrual and menopause awareness
• How she is seeing shifts in awareness and acceptance
• Her role in supporting menstrual and menopause leave
• Her aspirations for bringing legislation and laws into workplaces to support women around reproductive health. 

Jessica's passion is so evident and her commitment to her work and cause even stronger. We know you will love this conversation and be touched by Jessica's story and work. 

You can learn more about Jessica or connect with via LinkedIn

 

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