🌙 Supporting Employees During Ramadan 🌙

Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, begins on Friday, 28th February and ends at sundown on Saturday, 29th March, culminating in Eid al-Fitr, a time of celebration and reflection.

For those observing, Ramadan involves fasting from dawn to sunset, along with increased prayer, spiritual reflection, and community connection. As HR professionals, it’s essential to ensure that workplaces are inclusive and supportive during this period.

Here are a few ways businesses can accommodate employees observing Ramadan:

✅ Flexible Working – Where possible, offer adjustments to working hours to support fasting and prayer schedules.
✅ Awareness & Sensitivity – Be mindful of fasting colleagues by rescheduling working lunches and avoiding eating in front of them where possible.
✅ Prayer & Rest Breaks – Provide a quiet space for prayer and allow time for Friday prayers.
✅ Adjusting Work Expectations – Energy levels may fluctuate, so consider scheduling key meetings earlier in the day and adjusting workloads for those in physically demanding roles.
✅ Annual Leave Considerations – Be flexible with time-off requests, particularly around Eid al-Fitr.

By making small but meaningful adjustments, you can create workplaces where everyone feels respected and supported. At P2HR, we help businesses create inclusive workplaces with expert HR support, guidance, and tailored advice. If your organisation needs assistance, get in touch – we’re here to help!