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Menopause Awareness Month 2026

06 Oct 2026

Get involved in upcoming events, raise awareness and explore menopause support and resources.

Menopause Awareness Month

October marks Menopause Awareness Month, with World Menopause Day taking place on Sunday, 18 October 2026. This global campaign aims to raise awareness of menopause, encourage open conversations, and highlight the support available to help people maintain their health and wellbeing.

The World Menopause Day 2026  theme  is 'Chronic Pain at Midlife', recognising the impact that persistent pain and related symptoms can have on daily life, wellbeing and work.

To support this year's theme, we have refreshed our World Menopause Day Staffnet page with updated information, resources and guidance.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where colleagues feel able to talk openly about menopause and access the support they need. Whether you are experiencing perimenopause menopause or post menopause yourself, supporting a colleague, friend or family member, or simply looking to learn more, understanding and empathy can make a meaningful difference.

Events: 

All events are inclusive and we actively encourage all colleagues to join us to keep the conversation going at the University. 

18 October 2026

11.00am–3.00pm

The Whitworth Art Gallery

This special World Menopause Day event will bring together creativity, lived experience, wellbeing and health expertise, with a focus on the World Menopause Day 2026 theme.

The day will begin with a panel discussion featuring menopause experts, wellbeing and creative practitioners, and artists. There will also be opportunities to take part in:

  • a meditation workshop;
  • a creative crafting workshop; and
  • gentle movement activities using the gallery space.
  • Book your place 

For more information email Claire.cowell@manchester.ac.uk

Wednesday, 25 November 

UoM Menopause Awareness Webinar 

2.00pm to 3.00pm

Join us for an informative and supportive online session delivered by Dr Rachael Chrystal, GP and British Menopause Society Registered Menopause Specialist, and Director of Manchester Menopause Hive.

This one-hour online event is designed for colleagues who are experiencing perimenopause or menopause, as well as anyone who would like to develop their understanding of these life stages. The session will provide clear, evidence-based information and practical guidance to help individuals navigate some of the physical, emotional and psychological changes that can occur during this transition. The session will include an interactive question and answer session during the second half of the event. You can submit your question ahead of the webinar via the link below. 

Whether colleagues are seeking information for themselves or looking to become better informed allies, all are welcome to attend.