Supporting employees experiencing menopause is both a people priority and a business priority. Confident leaders and managers help create workplaces where employees feel supported, engaged and able to perform at their best.

Managers play a pivotal role in shaping employees' day-to-day experiences at work. 

This practical, evidence-informed programme equips leaders and managers with the confidence, knowledge and practical skills to support employees experiencing menopause, respond appropriately to workplace situations, and contribute to a supportive organisational culture. 

Designed for real-world application, the programme combines current evidence, practical guidance and workplace scenarios to help leaders and managers understand their role, build confidence and apply learning in practice. 

Develop a deeper understanding of how menopause can affect retention, attendance, performance and workplace relationships, wellbeing and confidence and why effective support matters.

Build the confidence to recognise when menopause may be affecting an employee and respond appropriately, sensitively and professionally.

Understand the legal context, employer responsibilities and good practice principles that support fair and consistent decision-making.

Develop the skills to have supportive conversations, consider reasonable workplace adjustments and help employees remain engaged and productive at work.

Explore how leaders and managers influence workplace culture through everyday actions, helping create environments where employees feel understood, valued and supported.

The programme covers the key knowledge and practical skills leaders and managers need to support employees experiencing menopause confidently and effectively, including: 

• Why menopause matters in the workplace 
• The prevalence and impact of menopause at work 
• Understanding symptoms and their workplace impact 
• Legal responsibilities and organisational good practice 
• Having supportive workplace conversations 
• Supporting performance and considering workplace adjustments 
• Creating supportive and inclusive team cultures 
• Practical actions leaders and managers can take 

Duration: One day (or two half-day sessions)

Delivery: Online or in person

Format: Interactive and practical, using workplace scenarios and discussion.

• More confident leaders and managers. 
• Greater consistency in supporting employees experiencing menopause. 
• Practical approaches that can be applied immediately. 
• Increased confidence in managing conversations and workplace support.