How to Minimise Employer Risks by Raising Awareness of Menopause in the Workplace
If you’ve been following my work for a while, you’ll know that I am passionate about raising awareness of menopause in the workplace. As a HR consultant, I’ve seen first-hand how a lack of understanding and support negatively impacts both employees and businesses. And...
What You Need to Know about Menopause Symptoms
Did you know that around 13 million women in the UK are either peri- or post-menopausal? That’s a third of the entire population! And by 2025, it’s estimated that 1 billion women worldwide will be experiencing menopause. With 8 in 10 menopausal women in the workplace,...
Why I Became a Suicide First Aid Tutor
In the UK, approximately 13 million women are peri- or postmenopausal - that’s one-third of the population. Among them, 5.1 million women are aged 45–55, the typical age range for menopause. Globally, it’s estimated that 1 billion women will be experiencing menopause...
Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay
In recent discussions surrounding Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay, one important aspect stands out: the introduction of Menopause Action Plans for organisations with over 250 employees. And while this is most certainly a significant step toward supporting women in the...
Menopause Awareness Month: Now is the Time to Take Action
October marks Menopause Awareness Month, a time to focus on an often-overlooked issue that directly affects the working lives of millions of women. Menopause affects both employees and the wider workplace, and addressing it effectively can foster a more inclusive...