Beijing College Faces Backlash Over Sick Leave Policy
A college in Beijing, the Gengdan Institute, is under public scrutiny after a viral video showed a staff member requiring a student to prove she was menstruating to obtain a sick note. Local media reported that the incident occurred at the school’s clinic, where the staff claimed to be following protocol, but social media users condemned the practice as a violation of privacy. The school stated it may pursue legal action against those spreading what it calls distorted videos, while many argue the rule is an overreach and detrimental to students’ well-being.
