"Collaborative Solutions: Employers Join Forces to Combat Growing Workplace Absenteeism"

Business leaders and HR experts convened at a breakfast meeting hosted by the Saint Lucia Employers' Federation (SLEF) to address the growing issue of absenteeism and its impact on workplace productivity. Conversations centered on the increase in medical leave requests and potential solutions for fostering healthier work environments. Goretti Paul, HRWISE's managing director, highlighted the importance of empathy in handling absenteeism. She noted that supportive management can enhance attendance. SLEF's Cornelia Jn Baptiste emphasized the financial strain absenteeism places on businesses and committed to developing effective policy solutions.