How Menopause Speakers Are Changing the Conversation Around Women’s Health

Let’s be honest, menopause has been a bit of a taboo for far too long. But things are changing, and it’s about time. Thanks to a growing number of passionate advocates and expert menopause speakers, the conversation around this natural phase of life is becoming more honest, more inclusive, and much more supportive.

At The Speakers Agency, we’re proud to work with the UK’s most knowledgeable voices on this topic. People like Dr Nighat Arif, Sharon MacArthur and Elizabeth Joseph are helping to educate, empower, and engage audiences across sectors.

World Menopause Month in October is fast approaching, and there’s no better time to highlight the brilliant women leading the charge and to consider how your business or organisation can be part of the solution.

Despite being a life stage that affects every woman, menopause remains one of the least discussed topics in many professional and personal settings. It’s often misunderstood, misrepresented, or simply ignored, leaving many women to navigate it alone.

However, more people are now recognising that menopause awareness is critical, not just for women experiencing symptoms but for colleagues, friends, family members, and leaders who want to offer the right support.

With more women than ever balancing careers alongside this transition, the need for education, compassion, and clear communication has never been more important. That’s where menopause keynote speakers come in.

Our carefully selected menopause speakers bring a wealth of insight, warmth, and professionalism to every event. Each one brings a fresh, empowering perspective, helping audiences to better understand menopause in all its complexity:

Lisa Snowdon
Lisa Snowdon is a huge menopause advocate, breaking the taboo about discussing the Menopause and turning 50. She co-hosts a weekly educational series on her Instagram, ‘Midweek Menopause Madness’. Lisa released her debut book, ‘Just Getting Started: Lessons in life, love, and menopause’ in 2023.

Sharon MacArthur aka Miss Menopause
Having spent over 14 years in the corporate world working at the highest level in a FTS 100 company, Sharon decided to rip up the rule book when she set up Miss Menopause. Bringing business acumen along with a human, practical approach. Sharon brings the world of menopause to life through the power of story telling often wrapped around a fun quiz. In the high-pressure world of business, imagine an hour or two of escapism where you can relax in a safe space, learn, engage and feel safe enough to share your own story if you want to.

Dr Nighat Arif

Dr. Nighat Arif is a family GP with expertise in women’s health and family planning. She is particularly passionate about destigmatising menopause discussions, especially for women who speak English as a second language.

Elizabeth Joseph
Elizabeth Joseph is a freelance writer, columnist and pro-age model. She has written extensively on menopause and midlife in her columns ‘Women of a Certain Rage’, ‘Second Act’ and ‘The Menopause Guinea Pig.’ Believing that women should embrace the second stage of their lives, Elizabeth speaks openly on topics such as Menopause, Midlife and Women’s Health and Wellbeing.

Together, these speakers are helping to shift outdated narratives and open up space for more honest, informed, and inclusive conversations about women’s health.

One of the biggest barriers to progress in this area is stigma. For years, menopause has been treated as a private issue, something women are expected to simply “get through.” But that silence can lead to confusion, shame, and discrimination.

The menopause speakers we work with are here to challenge outdated norms, share science-backed knowledge, and create a real understanding.

By speaking openly about topics like perimenopause, HRT, brain fog, fatigue, and emotional wellbeing, they help audiences feel more empowered. More importantly, they foster empathy and awareness that leads to real change.

More businesses are now seeing the value of having honest conversations about menopause in the workplace. Whether it’s through keynote sessions, leadership briefings, or interactive workshops, menopause speakers help companies understand what support looks like in action.

For HR professionals, wellbeing leads, and senior leaders, this is a valuable opportunity to understand how to make your workplace more inclusive. That could mean adjusting policies, improving internal comms, or simply giving staff the language and confidence to talk about menopause openly.

If your organisation is working on its well-being strategy or diversity and inclusion goals, a menopause speaker could be just the spark you need.

Explore our range of expert Menopause Speakers or contact us to get started.

October marks World Menopause Month, a globally recognised moment to raise awareness and champion progress in how we talk about, treat, and support menopause.

Bringing in a speaker during this time shows that your business is proactive, thoughtful, and ready to lead the way. It’s an opportunity to educate your team, celebrate your values, and signal your commitment to your people.

Whether you’re planning a panel session, lunch-and-learn, webinar, or keynote event, there’s a speaker out there who can make it truly impactful.

Let’s make menopause something we talk about openly, support properly, and understand better. Book a menopause speaker today and take a big step toward a more informed, inclusive, and supportive future.