It's All About People - 28th August 2025

READ TIME - 4 minute read

For several years now we have been delivering Menopause training for organisations in various sectors and organisations. I am always happy to share my story of early menopause due to radioactive medical treatment - and the huge impact it had on my mental health.

I share my story as I would hate anyone else to feel like I did - but sadly so many people do as there is a lack of awareness and a shockingly low level of support from employers.

1 in 10 women leave their job because of menopause. Let’s change that.

Menopausal women are the fastest-growing demographic in the UK workforce – yet too many feel invisible, unsupported, or unable to speak up.

Here’s the reality:

• Women make up 70% of the average local authority workforce, with an average age of 40

• 1 in 4 consider leaving work due to menopausal symptoms

• 1 in 10 actually do leave (Fawcett Society)

• 46% don’t tell their employer what they’re going through

• And a staggering 83% feel they have no support from their workplace (Unite the Union)

Let’s be clear: this isn’t just a wellbeing issue. It’s a retention issue. A performance issue. And a leadership test.

On 25th September, our free Lunch & Learn will focus on exactly this – how to support employees through menopause in a way that’s practical, respectful, and legally sound.

We’ll cover:
✅ What menopause support actually looks like in practice
✅ The legal risks of getting it wrong (disability claims, anyone?)
✅ Easy steps that make a real difference – even in small teams
✅ How to open up conversations without embarrassment or overstepping

📅 Book your free place here and make sure use the promo code IAAP.

Because when 1 in 10 women are leaving, silence isn’t neutral – it’s costly.

Best wishes,
Emma

P.S. As you would expect, we have lots of resources to help employers support people with menopause. Why not try the HR Hub free for a month here and make use of the resources in your organisation

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