Powys County Council Marks Endometriosis Action Month
30 March 2026
As an Endometriosis Friendly Employer, the council recognises the impact the condition can have on people's working lives and is working to tackle stigma, improve conversations and ensure staff know where to find support.
During March, the council's Endometriosis Workplace Champion, Lowri Shepstone, took part in a range of local, regional and national activities to highlight the importance of awareness, early understanding and workplace support.
Alongside her full-time role at the council, Lowri volunteers her time to support people affected by endometriosis and to campaign for better understanding of the condition.This included attending the Senedd with Endometriosis UK, where campaigners, and volunteers met with Senedd Members to discuss endometriosis care in Wales and the importance of joined‑up support across health services, employers and communities.
Within the council, staff were supported through a Wellbeing Wednesday article sharing practical information about endometriosis and signposting to a dedicated toolkit for staff, managers and councillors. The toolkit brings together trusted resources to help teams better understand symptoms, reasonable adjustments and how to have supportive conversations at work.
Lowri also spoke at the launch of the Powys Women's Health Hub, representing Powys County Council as an Endometriosis Friendly Employer and attended a national Endometriosis Friendly Employer event in London hosted by Hannah and Anton Du Beke, bringing together employers and organisations from across the UK to share learning and good practice.
Community support remained a key focus throughout the month, with Lowri hosting a Mid Wales Endometriosis UK Support Group meeting to provide a safe space for people to connect, share experiences and access reliable information.
Paul Bradshaw, Head of People at Powys County Council, said: "Endometriosis Action Month is not just about raising awareness - it's about making a real difference. We're proud of the council's ongoing commitment as an Endometriosis Friendly Employer and of the dedication shown by staff who help drive this work forward."
Lowri Shepstone, Endometriosis Workplace Champion at Powys County Council and Endometriosis UK's Mid Wales Support Group Leader said: "Endometriosis Action Month is really important to me, both personally and as a volunteer. I'm proud that Powys County Council continues to show leadership as an Endometriosis Friendly Employer and helps create a culture where people feel supported to talk openly about their health."
Powys County Council signed up to the Endometriosis Friendly Employer Scheme, led by Endometriosis UK, to demonstrate its commitment to supporting staff and fostering a culture where women's health can be discussed openly and respectfully at work.
Endometriosis Action Month takes place every March, but the council's commitment to supporting staff with endometriosis continues throughout the year.
