International Women’s Day (IWD) is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a global movement that honors the achievements of women and highlights the ongoing fight for gender equality. Whether you want to show support for the women in your life, advocate for change, or educate yourself on important issues, there are countless meaningful ways to celebrate.  Here are some ideas to help you make an impact on March 8th–and beyond! 1. Support women-owned businesses One of the simplest yet most effective ways to celebrate IWD is by supporting women entrepreneurs. Whether it’s dining at a fem ..read more

At The Menopause Hub, we are dedicated to raising awareness and fostering open conversations about menopause—not just among women but also among the men in their lives. Our latest Men and Menopause Survey sheds light on how menopause affects relationships, intimacy, and overall understanding among men in Ireland. Our findings come from the feedback of 461 male respondents. Men Recognizing the Impact of Menopause The survey results are eye-opening: nearly 60% of men reported that menopause symptoms have impacted their relationship, with almost half (48%) saying it has negatively affected their ..read more

In recent years, Ireland has made notable strides in women's healthcare, particularly concerning menopause support. A notable development is the government's initiative to provide free hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to women experiencing menopause (our Founder & CEO Loretta Dignam was instrumental with her campaign).  This move, announced in Budget 2025, aims to alleviate the financial burden associated with HRT, which can cost between €30 and €70 per month, potentially saving women up to €840 annually. The free HRT scheme was scheduled to commence in January 2025. However, as of ..read more

We were incredibly excited to have had Oonagh O’Hagan as one of our esteemed judges for this year’s Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards (MWE Awards), which took place on Thursday 10th October. The MWE Awards is a partnership between Menopause Hub Academy and Great Place to Work to highlight organisations that are creating supportive environments for women experiencing menopause. With *84% of menopausal women reporting that their symptoms have negatively affected their work performance, and one-third considering leaving their jobs because of these challenges, it’s evident that workplaces mus ..read more

The Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards, held on October 10 at the Royal College of Physicians in Dublin, marked a new chapter in workplace inclusivity by introducing the Male Allyship Award. The Awards were hosted in partnership with Great Place to Work Ireland and were sponsored by Irish Life Health and Astellas Pharma. This ground-breaking award acknowledges men who actively support their female colleagues as they navigate the challenges of menopause—a topic that has traditionally been overlooked in workplace culture. The inaugural Male Allyship Award was proudly presented to Lee O’Donog ..read more

On October 10, the second annual Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards took place in Dublin, bringing together businesses of all sizes to recognise their efforts in supporting women experiencing the often-challenging symptoms of menopause. This special event was hosted in partnership with Great Place to Work Ireland and sponsored by Irish Life Health and Astellas Pharma. Taking place at the prestigious Royal College of Physicians, the awards not only celebrated forward-thinking workplace policies but also sparked meaningful conversations about the importance of inclusive environments in Irelan ..read more

Men are to be honoured for their support to female colleagues struggling through debilitating menopause symptoms at an awards ceremony next month . The Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards has introduced a new ‘Male Allyship’ award to recognise men who are actively championing menopause in the workplace. The awards, organised by Menopause Hub Academy and Great Place to Work, rate organisations that strive to create menopause inclusive workplaces. Irish Life Health has also come on board as headline sponsor for the ceremony, to be staged on October 10 in Dublin's Royal College of Physicians ..read more

Perimenopause and menopause are natural life stages that affect a significant portion of the workforce, especially as more women are working into their later years due to increasing retirement ages. Despite this, it remains a topic that is often misunderstood or ignored in the workplace. For many women, peri/menopausal symptoms—ranging from physical discomfort to emotional challenges—can have a direct impact on their professional lives, with *84% reporting that menopause symptoms negatively affect their work performance, and *34% considering quitting because of it. Below, we’ll explore the ben ..read more

Menopause and perimenopause impact 50% of the global population – our mothers, sisters, partners, wives, friends, daughters, colleagues, peers, line managers, and teammates – while the other 50% are often affected indirectly. Yet, these natural life stages have long been taboo and stigmatised, leaving many feeling overlooked or isolated. The Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards honours organisations and individuals who are making a significant impact in creating menopause-inclusive workplaces. This year, a new and crucial addition is the ‘Male Allyship’ award, which will recognise men who ar ..read more

What is a Menopause Champion and how can they benefit your organisation? You might have heard the term “Menopause Champion” in recent months. It is a relatively new concept and is best described as a peer-to-peer support role in an organisation. The role, typically voluntary, is to act as a ‘listening ear’, a sign-poster and to help embed menopause into the workplace culture. Menopause has been a taboo topic for far too long, much like mental health was. However, nowadays organisations embrace mental health awareness, education, training, support and policy, and many have successfully appoint ..read more