Danske Bank Joins Endometriosis Friendly Employer Scheme, Trains Workplace Champions

Danske Bank has joined the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme run by Endometriosis UK, introducing trained Endometriosis Champions and new menstrual health guiding principles for staff. Sync NI reported the move on October 23, 2026. The scheme supports colleagues affected by a condition that impacts around 1 in 10 women, girls and those assigned female at birth.

Danske Bank's Endometriosis Champions and New Principles

Danske Bank is a Nordic universal bank serving more than 3.2 million retail, business, private and large corporate customers across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Northern Ireland, plus select international markets. The bank's Endometriosis Champions have received specialist training from Endometriosis UK to provide support and information to colleagues and to raise awareness of the condition.

Danske Bank also introduced guiding principles for menstrual health, giving employees and people managers guidance on the support and workplace adjustments available to anyone experiencing endometriosis or other menstrual health issues. Symptoms can include chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, painful bowel movements or pain when urinating, and can lead to complications such as infertility, fatigue and impacts on mental health.

Terri McCullagh, a Relationship Director and one of the bank's Endometriosis Champions, said: "As someone whose life has been significantly impacted by endometriosis, I'm proud to help raise awareness and support colleagues who may be experiencing it too, whether diagnosed or still searching for answers."

Emma Cox, CEO of Endometriosis UK, said: "I'm delighted to welcome Danske Bank to the diverse range of organisations tackling taboos around menstrual health and endometriosis through the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme." Kerry Phillips, Diversity and Inclusion Partner at Danske Bank, said the partnership came from the lived experience and suggestion of one of its colleagues.

Endometriosis UK is the leading charity advocating for the 1.5 million people in the UK living with endometriosis. In September 2026, Scotland News reported that Aberdeen University is leading a £2.4m five-year trial with NHS Grampian to test a remotely delivered pain management programme for women with endometriosis, funded by NIHR.

Danske Bank's Scale Across Nordic Markets

According to akta.pro company records, Danske Bank reported net profit of DKK 5.7 billion for the first quarter of 2026, a 1% decline from the same quarter a year earlier, on total income of DKK 14.0 billion. Net interest income reached DKK 9.3 billion, up 4%, and net fee income DKK 3.9 billion, up 7%. The bank's full-year 2026 guidance is net profit of DKK 22-24 billion.

Earlier Danske Bank Announcements

On October 9, 2026, Borsen reported that Danske Bank lowered interest rates on its priority loans, a growth driver for private customer lending, with the lower rates applying only to new loans. On October 16, 2026, MarketScreener reported that Danske Bank sees signs of rising price pressures in Sweden, noting durable consumer goods prices rose 1.1% in September. On October 19, 2026, TradingView reported that Danske Bank A/S notified the Danish FSA and Nasdaq Copenhagen about transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities linked to its share buy-back program, where APMH Invest A/S continuously sells shares pro rata.

What Comes Next for the Scheme

Danske Bank said the partnership came from a colleague's suggestion and that it is committed to working alongside Endometriosis UK to help reduce diagnosis times.