Menopause is a natural biological transition for female teachers, but it significantly impacts their lives in many ways, physically, emotionally, and professionally. Despite it being viewed as one of the three Ms, mensuration, maternity, and menopause, which each female undergoes, menopause remains a taboo and unaddressed issue in Indian workplaces, particularly in educational institutions. This study explores the impact of menopausal symptoms on the work performance and well-being of female college teachers in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the Chennai district. The study assesses the level of institutional awareness and support that is being provided by educational institutions for female teachers. Using a mixed-methods approach, data have been collected from 66 college teachers ( n = 66), and focus group discussions with 10 teachers were conducted. The outcome shows that Menopause-Inclusive Framework for Tamil Nadu Colleges (MI-TN) is required, and other recommendations point out the need for leadership support and better infrastructure that is menopause-inclusive for female teachers.
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