Ep 06: Fighting for Women’s Workplace Rights with Jack Tuckner

Women of a Certain Stage

If you think you know everything about workplace rights, think again!

Today we're joined by trailblazing employment rights attorney Jack Tuckner.

Join us as we unravel the complex web of menopause, workplace rights, and legal protections.

With decades of experience fighting for women's rights, Jack's experience is truly fascinating.

From the history of sex discrimination laws in the US to the current legislative landscape, this conversation challenges the status quo and highlights the urgent need for more inclusive workplace policies.

Whether you're a woman navigating menopause, a manager aiming for equity, this episode will help you on your journey to creating a fairer workplace for all.

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

01:22 S3x discrimination and women's rights in America

07:57 Lauren's journey from finance to menopause advocacy

16:57 Being protected in the workplace

22:08 Jack's career in women's rights law

28:57 Maternity leave and discrimination in the workplace

32:16 Perimenopause, pregnancy, and workplace right

45:22 Empowering menopause coaches around the world

47:49 Advocating for legal action and initiatives

14/02/25 - LC edited

Meet your host Lauren Chiren

Lauren Chiren is a leading voice in menopause awareness and workplace inclusion, dedicated to ensuring no one navigates menopause alone.

As the Founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, she works with organisations worldwide to create menopause-savvy and supportive environments.

With a background in psychology, sports therapy, and nutrition, and an extensive suite of coaching certifications, Lauren is on a mission to train 20,000 Menopause Coaches and Champions, equipping them with the tools to support individuals and workplaces through this transformative life stage.

Join her as she breaks the silence, challenges the stigma, and empowers people to thrive at midlife and beyond.

About Women of a Certain Stage

We are committed to transforming the menopause experience—both for individuals and the organisations that support them.

Our mission is to empower people through education, advocacy, and expert-led training, ensuring menopause is no longer a barrier to confidence, health, or career success.

Join us and our global network of professionals dedicated to breaking the stigma, improving workplace culture, and ensuring no one navigates menopause alone.

Find out more here: https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/

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About Jack Tuckner:

Jack Tuckner is a Women’s Rights in the Workplace attorney and a founding partner of Tuckner, Sipser, perhaps the only law firm in the nation concentrating its practice on workplace gender rights.

His practice is focused on helping working women combat sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, and other discrimination and illegal treatment faced by women, including illegal pay disparity, gender discrimination, maternity leave matters, unlawful retaliation, and wrongful termination.

Jack has long fought for women’s rights and against the unequal and wrongful treatment of women in the workplace. In doing so, Jack has gained a reputation for feminist activism and the pursuit of gender justice in pay for all women.

He has been a pioneer in fighting against the many forms of pregnancy discrimination, including the illegal actions taken by employers to try to force women to quit their jobs, and the denial of workplace promotion and other benefits.

Find out more: https://womensrightsny.com/team/jack-tuckner/

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