It's Good to Talk: Managing Menopause in the Workplace

MRS is proud to have launched It’s Good to Talk; a new initiative offering a safe, informal space for MRS Members to share how they tackle and feel about issues that affect so many of us. These aren’t webinars. There’ll be no speeches or panels. Just a chance to talk.

Our Good to Talk sessions are facilitated by members of the MRS Mentor cohort, including those with lived experience of the topics. We know there are plenty of online resources and LinkedIn threads, but we believe in the power of real-time, personal conversation to support each other in new and meaningful ways.

About the Session:

Topic: Managing Menopause in the Workplace

This is an important and often under-discussed subject that affects many professionals directly or indirectly.

Bring your sandwich, a cuppa, and join us for a relaxed lunchtime chat. This is a welcoming space to:

• Listen to others’ experiences
• Share your own stories – the good, the tough, and the in-between
• Celebrate moments of exceptional support
• Reflect on where support was missing
• Learn what support you can give to colleagues
• Exchange practical advice and encouragement

Facilitated by Chloe Fowler, FMRS and Judith Rose, FMRS, this session is about talking, not solutionising. It’s a space to connect with others going through or have gone through similar experiences. 

Join the Conversation

If our first session taught us anything, it’s that showing up matters. Whether you have lived experience of menopause or simply want to discuss how to support colleagues better, your presence will make a difference. Together, we can continue building a culture where talking, and listening, are valued.

What You Need to Know

• Small group format (10 people) to keep it personal
• Not recorded – what’s shared stays in the room
• Confidentiality expected from all attendees
• No prep needed – just sign up, show up, and share your perspective
• MRS It's Good to Talk Terms and Conditions 

What’s Next?

We are currently exploring future sessions on topics such as:

• Hidden disabilities
• Agism at work
• Coping with life events and work (such as bereavement or divorce)
• Pregnancy loss and infertility – managing conversations in the workplace
• Personal branding – Do I really need one?
• Facing redundancy
• Navigating a tough employment market

Got a topic in mind? Interested in joining a future session?
Contact us at mentoring@mrs.org.uk