Why Aldi Australia is making a “strong statement” on domestic violence leave
Aldi’s decision to improve its domestic violence leave policy is part of a broader trend among employers looking to move the needle on an important issue.
Aldi Australia has become the latest business to unveil an expanded domestic violence leave policy amid a broader effort for employers to better support workers with policies which go above and beyond the law.
Late last week the German supermarket giant committed to providing its 12,000 full and part-time employees with access to 10 days of paid domestic violence leave.
An additional $250 will be offered for incidental expenses workers may incur as a result of family and domestic violence, while Aldi says it will help employees change work locations if necessary.
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