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HR teams often field a familiar set of questions as Ramadan approaches. Can an employee shift their work hours? Can meetings be scheduled later in the day? What happens if HR gets more requests for PTO or updated schedules?

In 2026, Ramadan runs from the evening of Tuesday, February 17, through Thursday, March 19. For Muslim employees, the month has significant meaning, and it can affect work routines in very real ways. For HR, considering Ramadan accommodations in the workplace often means balancing empathy, legal responsibilities, and business needs, all at the same time.

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