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Decision to appoint a man as Britain's first 'period dignity officer' met with backlash

People are bewildered and outraged that one of Scotland's newly appointed "Period Dignity Officers" is a man.

Critics said the role in Scotland should have been given to a woman and branded the move "ridiculous". Grant promotes access to free menstrual products in schools and colleges in the Tay area. He believes being a man will "help" him in his new job.

We will also discuss menopause, but it is dismissed as "the epitome of mansplaining."

Former Wimbledon her champion Martina Navratilova argued that choosing Mr Grant for the role was "ridiculous".

"Have we (women) ever tried to explain to men how to shave or take care of their prostates?" asked the tennis legend.

"This is ridiculous."

The announcement comes as Scotland becomes the first country in the world to introduce legislation expanding access to free sanitary products. was broken

Mr. Grant will be the country's first Period Dignity Officer as his lead his Regional Officer.

LBC's Gina Davidson denounced the move as "the epitome of mansplaining."

Grant's comments on the photo submitted by his PR team, his Grainger Public Relations. The photo included a picture of the former personal her trainer posing for a photo with a woman and her daughter, talking about sanitary products.

Newspaper columnist and women's rights activist Susan Dalgety added on her Twitter: In an earlier statement announcing his new role, he, who was unable to be interviewed, claimed:

"It directly affects women, but menstruation affects who

He went on to say, "It's a natural process for women, but it also raises awareness about menopause, when menopause lasts longer. Its impact on the world of work and family."

``It's time to standardize these topics and get real about this subject. By encouraging broader conversations, educating and engaging new audiences, we believe we can move forward.”

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The original job advertisement stated that suitable candidates "engaged and empowered a wide range of people." It was argued that a track record was required. People from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, especially menstruating adolescents.

A spokesperson for the Period Dignity Working Group defended the move, calling Grant the frontrunner, adding: About project management.

"This role builds on some great work that has been sped up over the years across the Thai region, led by a passionate group of people of all genders, ages and backgrounds.

"We look forward to helping bring this important work across the region by changing culture, inspiring debate and de-stigmatizing menstruation."

49} According to Grainger's PR, Grant will work with the Period Dignity Working Group, which is made up of representatives from Dundee, Angus University, Perth University, Angus Council and Dundee City Council.

Scottish feminist and blogger Claire Huechan tweeted: "Jason comes to this position with a variety of backgrounds and experiences." Except for the menstrual "experience." It is impossible to deny menstruation by ignoring women's knowledge of our own bodies.'

SNP's Westminster leader, Ian Blackford, said women would have been a better choice for the role. I think it's important, as a matter of principle, that it's much better for women to be in these posts than anyone else," MP told Sky News.

"At the end of the day, I think the placement of women in these positions should be a priority. Items such as tampons should be provided free of charge to those who need them.

65} A spokesperson for the Scottish government said it was not involved in the appointment of personnel to posts. and appoints staff to ensure that we comply with the law, create free products, and have information about where to access our products, such as the stigma surrounding access to sanitary products.'

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