Transforming the Menopause Journey in 7 Essential Steps with Guest Expert Guest Expert: Lauren Chiren (Founder & CEO, Women of a Certain Stage™) on Wed 24 September 2025 | 6:00–7:30 PM (UK)
Hosted by Sonia Brown MBE on behalf of the NBWN, this webinar is more than an educational opportunity. It is an invitation to be part of a global shift. One that transforms menopause from a hidden struggle into a celebrated passage of power, purpose and possibility.
We all know menopause impacts every culture differently and understanding those nuances is key to meaningful support.
That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Lauren Chiren, a multi-award-winning trainer and global menopause expert whose coaching and training programmes have reached women and workplaces in Africa, Singapore, Australia, Europe and beyond.
Lauren’s track record is not just international, it’s deeply cross-cultural. Her network of trained coaches spans continents, bringing insights from diverse traditions and workplace realities.
She recognises that the menopause experience for African, Black and South Asian women carries unique cultural layers, family expectations, faith traditions, workplace biases and she speaks to those realities with sensitivity and evidence-based clarity.
During this session, Lauren will share 7 essential pointers for navigating menopause with confidence and calm, weaving in perspectives from the worldwide communities she serves. From early signs and symptom management to creating supportive workplaces and championing sexual health, her approach blends science with cultural understanding.
Why You Should Join
Learn directly from Dr Lauren Chiren, whose global expertise ensures guidance that is both scientifically rigorous and culturally informed.
Gain practical strategies to manage symptoms, protect wellbeing and advocate for workplace inclusion.
Discover how different cultural perspectives, from Africa to Asia to Europe, shape menopause experiences and what that means for you.
Access to resources to support your menopause journey
This is your opportunity to engage with a global thought leader who honours the voices and experiences of women while delivering actionable, research-backed solutions. Reserve your spot today
About Our Guest Expert
Lauren is a trailblazing advocate, speaker, and educator dedicated to normalising conversations from periods through post-menopause in workplaces and beyond.
As the Founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage™, she leads a team of expert associates who help organisations retain and support top talent at every life stage.
With a rich background in psychology, sports therapy, nutrition and multiple coaching certifications, Lauren brings a holistic, evidence-based approach to menopause support. Her career spans senior leadership roles in global service and financial industries, giving her a unique perspective on creating inclusive, high-performance workplaces.
