• Menopause and Perimenopause: understanding the physiology of female hormones and their variation through the life course
• Symptoms of menopause and their possible impact on the workplace
• Management of symptoms: is it all about HRT?
  • Lifestyle factors and their impact on symptoms
  • Managing symptoms without medication: how can the workplace help support this?
  • HRT: the basics. What it is and its risks and benefits.

• Discuss the pivotal role employers can play in spearheading initiatives that promote understanding and awareness of menopause in the workplace
• Equipping HR professionals with tools to articulate the value of menopause support initiatives, demonstrating how they contribute to a healthier, more engaged, and resilient workforce
• Exploring strategies to involve employers in destigmatising menopause, fostering inclusivity, and supporting employees through this life stage
• Shed light on Employer involvement in developing menopause-friendly policies, providing best practices for accommodations, flexible work arrangements, and health support

Through real life stories and client case studies we'll explore:

• Why menopause is a workplace topic and why now
• Business benefits and workplace strategies for 2024 and beyond
• The role of certified Menopause Coaches and Menopause Champions

• The Lloyds TSB Case Study: Understanding the nuances of the case, the missteps made, and the costly implications of inadequate DEI facilitation and decision-making
• Key Competencies for DEI Professionals: Unpacking the essential skills and knowledge that competent DEI professionals must possess
• Selecting the Right DEI Partners: Practical tips and strategies for evaluating DEI providers, ensuring they align with your organization's values and goals

• The Lloyds TSB Case Study: Understanding the nuances of the case, the missteps made, and the costly implications of inadequate DEI facilitation and decision-making
• Key Competencies for DEI Professionals: Unpacking the essential skills and knowledge that competent DEI professionals must possess
• Selecting the Right DEI Partners: Practical tips and strategies for evaluating DEI providers, ensuring they align with your organization's values and goals

• Speakers from the previous session will join for an audience Q&A

• Explore the importance of workplace education, support, and self-empowerment for employees navigating the perimenopausal and menopausal stages
• Recognising the impact of well-supported menopausal employees on fostering a positive workplace culture
• Raising awareness of diverse approaches which can offer employees a range of options to enhance well-being and resilience during menopause 

• Explore how women from various ethnic backgrounds have unique experiences with menopause
• Discuss the need for cultural sensitivity in approaching menopausal challenges, considering the diverse ways in which women navigate this life transition
• Address the diversity of menopausal experiences through the discussion of relevant policies and strategies in the workplace.
• Provide insights into fostering inclusivity by tailoring support systems to meet the specific needs of women

• Cognitive issues, or ‘brain fog’ (changes in verbal memory, working memory and attention); are reported by around 60% of people during menopause transition
• Approximately 30% of those going through menopause transition suffer their first depressive episode and those with previous experiences of depression are much more likely to have it again. Around 51% of women describe symptoms of anxiety
• This talk will address the potential impact of these symptoms on working life and possible treatment strategies

• Speakers from the previous session will join for an audience Q&A

• Addressing the impact of menopause on women's careers and the workplace, including challenges such as symptoms affecting productivity, discrimination, and lack of support
• Discussing strategies and policies to promote equality and support women experiencing menopause in the workplace, such as flexible working arrangements, awareness training, and accommodations for symptoms
• Sharing insights and experiences from organisations that have implemented inclusive practices to support employees going through menopause, fostering a more equitable and supportive work environment for all

• Explore the need for inclusive support by recognising and understanding the diverse experiences of individuals from various genders going through menopause
• Emphasise the importance of acknowledging and respecting the unique challenges faced by non-binary, trans, and gender non-conforming individuals
• Discuss practical approaches and strategies to address the lack of support for these individuals experiencing menopause
• Encourage an open and inclusive dialogue surrounding menopause that transcends traditional gender norms
• Advocate for a broader and more encompassing approach to menopause education and support that considers the unique experiences of individuals across the gender spectrum

• Recognise that this period often aligns with a crucial career juncture, where women are poised to step into senior roles that they have worked hard to achieve just as their hormones are starting to change impacting their performance both psychologically and physically
• Highlight the crucial need to advocate why we need to prepare women much earlier for menopause, with interventions that complement policies specifically designed to prevent senior women from leaving their career due to the impact of their menopause

• Provide insights as a professional woman managing her hormonal changes in the boardroom. Sharing my personal story "The Clash of my Change & Career Curves” and the impact it had on me personally, my performance in the workplace and my career

• Discuss specific actions and behaviors that men can adopt as allies to advance awareness and support for menopause in the workplace
• Emphasise practical ways for men to understand and actively support their colleagues experiencing menopause, providing tangible takeaways for fostering empathy and inclusion
• Explore real-world collaboration strategies, enabling men and women to work together in creating a workplace culture that supports individuals experiencing menopause
• Encourage men to actively contribute to the development of workplace policies and practices that address menopausal challenges

• Encouraging open dialogue by sharing personal experiences of menopause in the workplace, fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges faced
• Illustrating the diversity of menopausal experiences to promote inclusivity and empathy among colleagues and employers
• Discussing effective advocacy methods to raise awareness about menopause issues in the workplace, emphasising the importance of creating supportive policies and fostering a culture of understanding
• Providing practical guidance on how individuals and organisations can advocate for inclusive practices, accommodation, and resources tailored to support employees navigating menopause
• Offering insights on how amplifying personal narratives can lead to positive changes, contributing to a more supportive and inclusive environment for employees at various stages of the menopausal journey