Kellogg’s has introduced a new domestic abuse policy to provide major support to its employees, including additional paid leave.
This new policy entitles employees affected by domestic abuse to an additional 10 days of paid leave.
Moreover, Kellogg’s said it’ll provide financial assistance for initial legal consultation meetings.
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The food giant will also offer a one-time financial grant to cover expenses related to establishing a new bank account or other activities.
The move is to enhance the financial stability of employees experiencing domestic abuse.
This holistic approach seeks to provide essential resources to employees in need.
Kellogg’s has more than 1,360 employees in the UK.
It includes those at the company’s headquarters in Manchester and its two manufacturing facilities in Trafford and Wrexham.
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Kellogg’s also grants access to a free 24-hour confidential counselling service and flexible working arrangements.
A Kellogg’s employee who was a victim of domestic abuse said: “It took me a while to realise I was experiencing domestic abuse, but little by little your family and friends are not welcome in your home, you have no social life because going to visit them isn’t an option and you become completely isolated.
“More and more frequently, you’re told nothing you do is good enough and you’re constantly walking on eggshells in your own home.
“If you don’t do as they say, you provoke insults, anger and objects are thrown at you. Eventually, you are physically abused to the point where you fear for your life.”
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Michelle Hill, CEO of Talk, Listen, Change, a charitable organization, said: “Kellogg’s has created a supportive policy with key elements that will enable its staff to feel safe and confident in disclosing domestic abuse.
“The new domestic abuse policy not only commits to supporting employees, but also to increasing awareness of domestic abuse through resources.
“We know that the stress and trauma that come with domestic abuse have a profound effect on victim-survivors.
“Kellogg’s has demonstrated, as an organisation, that they are committed to supporting victim-survivors to the best of their ability.”
