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World Cancer Day at GREAT BRITISH SPEAKERS
2027-02-04
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Why Acknowledge World Cancer Day?
Created in 2000, World Cancer Day is held every 4th February and aims to unite the world in raising awareness, improving education and sourcing cures to all cancers, as well as ensuring live-saving cancer treatment and care is accessible to all.
Since its start, World Cancer Day has covered many themes including care, positive mindsets, debunking myths, diet and activity, prevention and, above all else, communication.
World Cancer Day Facts!

10 million people die from cancer every year
1/3 of cancer cases can be prevented, and another 1/3 can be treated if found early
Up to 27% of cancers are related to lifestyle factors including smoking
The estimated global cost of cancer is to be £974 billion or $1.16 trillion
Half the world’s population lacks access to full cancer health services

Find Inspirational World Cancer Day Speakers
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional cancer awareness and health experts, who all have personal reasons as to why cancer awareness is an important topic for them. Between them, they highlight ways you can reduce your risk of cancer and how to catch the signs early.
Featured Speaker – Bridgid Nzekwu | World Cancer Day Speakers
After battling cancer twice, reporter Bridgid Nzekwu is an advocate for physical and mental health and wellbeing. Shortly after leaving school, she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and went through gruelling radiotherapy before being given a clean bill of health. Then in 2012 she was told that a benign lump in her left breast had developed into a malignant tumour. Poignantly, it seems the cause of the cancer was the high dose of radiation she had when she was younger, and because of his high does, it meant she was unable to have anymore and so opted to have her breast removed. But once the doctors told her she had a 25% chance of the cancer returning in the other breast, she opted for a double mastectomy. Through her own experience, Bridgit is a speaker who can impart wisdom and truly sympathise with any audience.

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Links to Resources for Cancer Support

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Hire inspirational World Cancer Day Speakers
If you’re holding an event and want to find the best World Cancer Day speakers, or simply want to educate your staff on the symptoms, treatment and effects of cancer within the workplace, then get in touch with us, as we have an array of experts just waiting to share their story. Contact Great British Speakers Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at +44 1753 439 289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
2027-03-01 - 2027-03-31
In recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, held every March, our male health speakers are here to support and increase awareness about prostate cancer. The initiative, organised by Prostate Cancer UK, strives to educate men about the common signs and symptoms, facilitate early diagnosis, and potentially increase cure rates.
Find Inspirational Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Speakers
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional prostate cancer awareness month speakers—health and wellness experts from all walks of life—from those living with the disease to cancer survivors and doctors—all of whom have personal, heartfelt reasons why cancer awareness is such a vital topic of conversation for them. So, if you’re running an event and searching for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Speakers or any health and wellness event this year, our cancer awareness speakers at Great British Speakers are here to help.
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Featured Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Speakers
A medical doctor and award-winning TV host Dr David Bull, has over 20 years of experience reporting on health matters in both Britain and America. With degrees in medicine, science, and surgery and experience working in some of the country’s top hospitals, Dr Bull is frequently booked as a keynote speaker.
Dr Mark Porter is the BBC’s resident medical expert, reporting on Radio 4 and The One Show. A journalist and a busy GP, Dr Porter’s relaxed, no-nonsense attitude has made him a popular keynote speaker and presenter for the medical industry.
After 20 years in the military defence industry, Clive Branson was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer and Motor Neurone Disease. Now a successful mental health speaker, Clive shares his battles and how to live with our vulnerabilities successfully.

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Welcome to the Great British Speakers Podcast Series, where we connect you with the UK’s top keynote speakers, business leaders, athletes, mental health advocates, and more. Each episode offers valuable insights and key takeaways, highlighting the benefits of hiring a Great British Speaker for your next event. With diverse topics like mental health, equality, business, and leadership, there’s something for everyone.

Hire an Inspirational Prostate Cancer Awareness Speaker
If you’re holding an event and trying to find Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Speakers and would like to hire an inspirational speaker to share their story, or perhaps a medical expert to hold a talk on the signs and symptoms or how to cope with a diagnosis, then do get in touch with us at Great British Speakers by emailing Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at bookings@greatbritishtalent.com or call +44 1753 439 289 to speak to a member of the team

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week
2027-04-28 - 2027-05-04
Why is it Important to Acknowledge Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week?

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week is held annually to increase awareness of the condition and unite those living with MS, along with their supporters, to share their experiences and break the silence surrounding it.
In recent years, the campaign has focused on how MS impacts various aspects of daily life, including employment, relationships, mental health, sex, and parenting. By highlighting real-life experiences and scientific research, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week encourages open conversations about symptoms, diagnosis, and life with MS.
We estimate there are over 150,000 people with MS in the UK, and that nearly 7,100 people are newly diagnosed each year. – MS Society

Find an inspirational Multiple Sclerosis Week Speaker.
At Great British Speakers, we work alongside some of the country’s most inspirational and motivational disability speakers. They all have personal and/or professional reasons why they believe disability is an important topic to discuss in the workplace and healthcare settings.

Introducing Dave Walsh

Being a hands-on father to three young children and an aspiring strongman, Dave Walsh’s life was turned upside down overnight. He went from climbing mountains in the British Army to being unable to climb the stairs after a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. Although his ‘new normal’ is a far cry from his former life, and the journey to get there has been fraught with mental health issues, Dave is now a popular disability speaker our featured Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week Speaker and was named the World’s Strongest Disabled Man 2022 and retained it and Britain’s Strongest Disabled man in 2023. Learn more about Dave Walsh HERE.

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Links to Resources | Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week Support

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Hire a Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week Speaker
With people living longer, the number of people with MS is increasing, and with no cure currently available, we must continue to raise awareness in hopes of a cure. It is essential for all industries, particularly those in healthcare, to be aware of Multiple Sclerosis and other disabilities and how they, as an employer, can support those living with it. To book a Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week speaker, contact Great British Speakers Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at +44 1753 439 289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

Mental Health Awareness Week
2027-05-12 - 2027-05-18
What is Mental Health Awareness Week?
Hosted by The Mental Health Foundation, this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week will occur from 12 to 18 May 2025. The theme for 2025 is ‘Community’.
The awareness day provides a fantastic opportunity for UK businesses and event organisers to raise awareness and focus on helping their employees and audience adopt good mental well-being and provide them with a safe space to discuss mental health challenges.
Over the two decades it has been running, themes have included the connections between mental health and nature, kindness, loneliness, sleep and body image.
To really understand why good mental health in the workplace is essential, we can take a look at some key stats:

Almost 15% of people will experience a mental health problem in the workplace
Over 12% of all sickness days in the UK are attributed to a mental health problem
By promoting better mental health support in the workplace, UK businesses can save up to £8 billion a year

Find an Inspirational Mental Health Awareness Week Speaker
At Great British Speakers, we take pride in collaborating with a team of expert mental health and wellbeing speakers, ideal for your next event. Each speaker brings personal and/or professional insights into why mental health and well-being are crucial topics of discussion.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, it was estimated that one in eight people experienced a mental health issue. Since then, that number has increased by a quarter and remains high due to ongoing challenges such as the cost-of-living crisis, limited NHS resources, global conflicts, and social inequalities.
Whether you’re planning an event for Mental Health Awareness Week or looking to enhance employee well-being, the Great British Speakers team is here to support you.

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Featured Speaker – Anna Williamson
Anna Williamson is an experienced TV presenter, radio broadcaster, and Mental Health Awareness Week Speaker, but behind closed doors, she suffered from an almost crippling battle with her mental health. Her experience with Generalised Anxiety Disorder and post-natal depression and her recovery, she realised that there is still a massive stigma around poor mental health and well-being.
As a result, she was determined to use her own experiences to help others. She became an official ambassador for MIND, a counsellor and life coach, and achieved Master NLP Practitioner status.

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Chats with some of the UK’s leading Mental Health Speakers…
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Hire a Mental Health Awareness Week Speaker
As reported by MIND, approximately one in every four people will experience a mental health problem in a year, with one in six reporting one every single week. Due to worries about employment, money and global inequalities, this figure is set to rise, and it won’t be long before we can all say we know someone suffering.
This is why it is vital to educate everyone and encourage them to talk about their mental health. By hiring a professional and dedicated Mental Health Awareness Week speaker, you can rest assured that your employees will be left with the tools of the trade to support their own and their colleagues’ mental health.

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To book a Mental Health Awareness Week speaker, contact Great British Speakers Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at +44 1753 439 289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

Pride Month Speakers
2027-06-01 - 2027-06-30
Why Celebrate Pride Month?
Pride Month, celebrated every June, promotes inclusivity for the LGBTQ+ community in society and the workplace. It provides a safe space to discuss LGBTQ+ issues, foster allyship, and highlight the importance of workplace inclusivity. By creating an equitable environment, employers help employees feel valued, leading to greater engagement and productivity.
An LGBTQ+ Pride Month Speaker can support this mission by educating staff on diverse identities, challenging exclusionary behaviour, encouraging open discussions, and promoting allyship—which proven to reduce suicidal thoughts among LGBTQ+ individuals.
Find an Inspirational LGBTQ+ Pride Month Speaker
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional equality and inclusion speakers who are often booked to give educational talks on the inclusivity of gender identity, sexuality, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Featured Speaker – Ben Smith | LGBTQ+ Mental Health Pride Month Speaker

Motivational speaker Ben Smith has delivered over 400 talks reaching nearly 100,000 people since completing his 401 Challenge, to raise money for the LGBTQ+ anti-bullying charity, Stonewall. His teaching includes healing through support, achieving goals and, above all, proving that with happiness and a strong foundation, anything is possible. The 401 Foundation, which was set up in response to Ben’s accomplishments undertaking The 401 Challenge, offers grants to help communities and individuals build confidence and self-esteem, and positively contribute to people’s mental well-being, especially to those within the LGBTQ+ community.

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Links to Resources: Pride Info and LGBTQ+ Support

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Hire Inspirational LGBTQ+ Pride Month Speakers
If you’d like to book inspirational Pride Month speakers for this year’s event, then do get in touch with Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at 0044 1753 439289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

International Women in Engineering Day
2027-06-23
Why Celebrate International Women in Engineering Day?
As of 2024, women make up approximately 15.7% of the engineering workforce in the UK, a slight decline from 16.5% in 2022. This represents a setback in efforts to increase gender diversity in the field. The drop is particularly concerning given that many women, especially those aged 35 to 44, are leaving the profession, often due to work-life balance challenges, lack of career progression, and an unsupportive work environment. (stats: wes.org.uk/ engineers.scot)
International Women in Engineering Day began in the UK in 2014 and is celebrated on June 23rd every year. The occasion aims to promote their achievements, highlight the importance of a diverse workforce, and encourage the next generation of women into STEM careers. In combination with the Women’s Engineering Society, International Women in Engineering Day seeks to unite government, education, and corporate engineering institutions to raise the profile of engineering as an exciting career choice for women.
#INWED25

Find an Inspirational Female Speaker for Women in Engineering Day
At Great British Speakers, we are proud to work alongside a team of professional female STEM speakers. Engineering companies and educational establishments often book these speakers to discuss the benefits of gender equality in the industry and inspire the next generation of women in STEM.
Our female STEM speakers can help by;
– Mentoring young women who are looking to join the industry
– Encouraging women to apply for leadership positions in STEM
– Promoting the range of careers available, including electrical engineering, structural engineering and statistician
– Showcasing positive STEM role models and their successes

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Featured Speaker – Ozak Esu

Ozak Esu is a multi-award-winning professional electronic and electrical engineer. Ozak is devoted to STEM outreach and volunteering initiatives that promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. This includes tutoring, mentoring, creating content for lectures and delivering public speeches at events like The Alan Turing Institute Gamechangers for STEM and The Better Future Tour in partnership with Shell UK. She also received two prestigious awards from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET); the IET Mike Sargeant Career Achievement Medal, and the 2017 IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year award.

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Welcome to the Great British Speakers Podcast Series, where we connect you with the UK’s top keynote speakers, business leaders, athletes, mental health advocates, and more. Each episode offers valuable insights and key takeaways, highlighting the benefits of hiring a Great British Speaker for your next event. With diverse topics like mental health, equality, business, and leadership, there’s something for everyone.

Hire an International Women in Engineering Day Speaker
If you’d like to find an inspirational female speaker for International Women in Engineering Day then do get in touch with Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at 0044 1753 439289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

Plastic Free July
2027-07-01 - 2027-07-31
Why take part in Plastic Free July?

Plastic Free July is a global initiative encouraging individuals, communities, and businesses to reduce plastic use throughout July. Launched in 2011 in Australia, it has grown worldwide in collaboration with the Plastic Free Foundation, emphasising small actions that collectively drive significant change. A key focus is cutting single-use plastics, a major contributor to pollution. Businesses play a crucial role in this effort— By committing to sustainability, companies—large and small—can amplify the movement’s impact.

How can an expert speaker help businesses make an impact?
Benita Matofska, a world-leading keynote speaker, climate change consultant, and change-maker, has dedicated her career to helping businesses navigate these turbulent waters. With over three decades of experience, Benita is a sustainability innovator and consultant to some of the world’s most forward-thinking companies. She leads sustainability efforts for Futuretivity, a consultancy specialising in climate innovation for the media industry. She is renowned for her work in creating The People Who Share and Global Sharing Week—campaigns that have reached over 100 million people worldwide.

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Find the best Environmental Plastic Free July Speakers.
If you’re running an event for Plastic Free July and wish to hear from an environmental expert, then the team at Great British Speakers are here to help you find the best Plastic Free July Speakers.
Both individuals and large corporations can take more responsibility for their plastic impact on the environment, leading to an eco-friendly lifestyle. However, all the information on sustainability can be overwhelming, and it can be not easy to spot the key takeaways. For Plastic Free July, our top environmental and sustainability speakers are available to hire to help you and your team be more eco-friendly.

Featured Speaker – Natalie Fee
Natalie Fee has been campaigning against single-use plastic since 2014 and founded her not-for-profit in 2015. As an award-winning environmental campaigner, author, inspiring speaker and founder of the non-profit organisation ‘City to Sea’, she and her team run campaigns to stop plastic pollution at the source. From corporate keynote speeches to environmental panels and staff talks to intimate dinner events, she brings her passion for nature, change and leadership to your event.

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Hire The Best Plastic Free July Speakers
If you’d like to book an inspirational talk from Plastic Free July speakers, then do get in touch with Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at 0044 1753 439289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

World Suicide Prevention Day
2027-09-10
10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is significant as it offers a dedicated opportunity for businesses and communities to address critical issues and increase awareness of mental health challenges. It also creates a safe space for those struggling to openly discuss complex topics that are often overlooked in daily conversations.
Over the last few years, the importance of mental health, especially within the workplace, has increased. Many organisations are now implementing structures and activities to help colleagues improve their wellness, particularly in the aftermath of COVID lockdowns and the current cost-of-living crisis, which is a concern for many.

Find an Inspirational World Suicide Prevention Day Speaker
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional mental health speakers who all have personal, heartfelt reasons why mental health is such a vital topic of conversation for them. Ultimately, our mental health and wellness speakers all share the same goal: better mental health care. So, if you’re running a Mental Health event for World Suicide Prevention Day, the Great British Speakers team is here to help.

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Featured Speaker – Rob Hosking
Rob Hosking is an international TEDx motivational speaker and former front-line Police Officer renowned for his ability to inspire teams and leaders to adapt in fast-changing, high-pressure environments. With years of experience facing unpredictable situations, Rob has developed a deep understanding of how individuals and organisations can thrive amid uncertainty. His unique perspective stems from his time on the front lines of policing, where no two situations were the same, and quick thinking, adaptability, and resilience were essential.

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Hire a World Suicide Prevention Day Speaker
If you’re holding an event for World Suicide Prevention Day and would like to hire an inspirational Mental Health Speaker to share their story then do get in touch with us at Great British Speakers by emailing Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at bookings@greatbritishtalent.com, or call +44 1753 439 289 to speak to a member of the team.

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National Inclusion Week
2027-09-15 - 2027-09-21
Founded by Inclusive Employers in 2013, National Inclusion Week (NIW) is a yearly event dedicated to celebrating inclusion and taking action to build inclusive workplaces.
This year, National Inclusion Week runs from September 15th to 21st, 2025, and covers many themes, including gender equality, disability equality, racism and Black History, and LGBTQ+ rights. The event highlights the importance of inclusion and allows employers to discuss Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion openly, and work towards building strong, diverse workplace teams.

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Find an Inspirational Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Speaker
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional equality, diversity, and inclusion speakers who are often booked by businesses and schools to give educational talks on topics such as gender equality, ethnic discrimination, disability, LGBTQ+ rights, and religion. Through their own experiences, our inclusion speakers share their motivational and often inspirational journeys. So, if you’re running an event for National Inclusion Week, the Great British Speakers team is here to help.

Featured Speaker – Shola Kaye
Shola Kaye is an award-winning communication and leadership speaker who’s on a mission to help businesses create more diverse and inclusive teams by encouraging them to become more equal and empathic with minority backgrounds and groups. Shola helps organisations create an atmosphere of belonging where they can offer their employees skills and opportunities to communicate with power, clarity, and understanding.

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Chats with some of the UK’s leading Diversity & Inclusion Speakers, including Shola Kaye and Winston Ben Clements…
Welcome to the Great British Speakers Podcast Series, where we connect you with the UK’s top keynote speakers, business leaders, athletes, mental health advocates, and more. Each episode offers valuable insights and key takeaways, highlighting the benefits of hiring a Great British Speaker for your next event. With diverse topics like mental health, equality, business, and leadership, there’s something for everyone.

Hire National Inclusion Week Speaker
If you’re holding an event for National Inclusion Week and would like to hire an inspirational E, D & I speaker to share their story or a professional keynote speaker to provide some key takeaways for your team to be more inclusive in the workplace, then do get in touch with us at Great British Speakers by emailing Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at bookings@greatbritishtalent.com, or call +44 1753 439 289 to speak to a member of the team.

World Mental Health Day
2027-10-10
World Mental Health Day takes place on October 10.
World Mental Health Day was designed to increase awareness of global mental health concerns, inspire communication, and enhance education on topics people often feel too taboo or vulnerable to discuss.
Pre-pandemic, it was reported that one in eight people suffered from mental health issues. However, cases of anxiety and depression rose more than a quarter during the first Covid-lockdown. While we’re all now getting back to a ‘new normal’, many of us are still living with symptoms of anxiety and depression as a symptom of the pandemic. (Stats: World Mental Health Day 2022). Plus, we are seeing a massive increase in awareness around suicide prevention and men’s mental health at the moment, with many organisations putting in place structures and activities specially designed to help men tackle poor mental health as it’s been statistically proven that men are less likely to ask for help when it comes to dealing with mental health issues.
In addition to this, new global concerns have risen, such as social and economic inequality, cost-of-living, equality and discrimination, limited NHS public health care and the effect of the war in Ukraine, which have all played a role in deepening people’s insecurities about the future.
Fortunately, it offers the opportunity for open communication, where people’s mental health is valued and protected in a safe space, and where everyone has an equal opportunity to source mental healthcare, regardless of who and where they are.

What Defines a Mentally Healthy Workplace?

According to The Mental Health Foundation, a mentally healthy workplace fosters a supportive environment where employees feel valued, respected, and able to discuss mental health without fear of judgment. This includes staff training on mental health, addressing issues like discrimination and bullying, and encouraging open conversations about well-being.
Although discussions around mental health in the workplace have become more common, stigma still exists, particularly regarding severe mental health conditions. This highlights the need for ongoing efforts to break down barriers and create a truly inclusive and supportive work environment.
Find an Inspirational World Mental Health Day Speaker
At Great British Speakers, we’ve worked hard to secure a team of professional mental health speakers. They all have personal, heartfelt reasons why mental health is such a vital topic of conversation for them.
Ultimately, our mental health and wellness speakers share the same goal and, through their personal experiences, advocate for global mental health care for all.
So, if you’re running an event for World Mental Health Day or want to boost your team’s mental well-being at your next team-building day, the team at Great British Speakers is here to help.

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Featured Speaker – Owen O’Kane
Psychotherapist and author of the globally acclaimed book Ten to Zen, Owen O’Kane, is a self-described “Irish, Catholic and Gay young man”, the perfect combination for anxiety during The Troubles. After a spell working in palliative care, Owen spoke to many people at the end of their lives and realised many were expressing their biggest regrets. As a result of these conversations, Owen started to learn what was worth hanging on to, and what we should make peace with and forget.
Throughout all of Owen’s speeches, he is warm and informative. He captures everyone’s attention with his anecdotes on grief and bereavement, his childhood, his sexuality and his mental health. With stress and anxiety being two of the most significant issues amongst young people, Owen helps to identify, accept and overcome these negative feelings.

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Hire a Mental Health Speaker for World Mental Health Day
If you’d like to book a World Mental Health Day speaker, contact directors Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at Great British Speakers. Call +44 1753 439289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

World Menopause Day
2027-10-18
Book Female Health World Menopause Day Speakers
World Menopause Day takes place annually on October 18 to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and highlight the support available for those navigating menopause. It aims to promote better health and well-being for individuals experiencing this stage of life.
In 2025, World Menopause Day will be observed on October 18 as part of Menopause Awareness Month, which runs throughout October.

If you’re an employer, learn how to help support women’s health in the workplace HERE.

Find Inspirational World Menopause Day Speakers
Although peri-menopause and menopause are increasingly discussed in mainstream media, they remain somewhat taboo, leaving many women to struggle in silence. At Great British Speakers, we offer a diverse selection of female speakers who openly share their experiences and provide valuable insights on how businesses can better support their employees.
Featured Speakers – Elizabeth Joseph
Elizabeth Joseph has been many things in her life: an actress, a head-hunter, a teacher (with a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics and another Master’s degree in Education) and a stay-at-home mum. She has recently reinvented herself as a freelance writer and columnist about perimenopause, menopause, and midlife. In her fifties, she has also become a classic, pro-age model. Not to mention a social media midlife influencer known as The Menopause Guinea Pig, who has 7K+ followers and is growing.

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Dr Nighat Arif is a family GP specialising in women’s health, including menopause, family planning, and female health equality. She fronted the BBC Breakfast campaign ‘Wake Up To The Menopause,’ where Nighat hosted segments about eliminating the stigma surrounding menopause for people of all cultures. As an outreach clinician, she often meets with other clinicians such as doctors, nurses, community teams, and residents to discuss the unmet health needs of the female BAME community, who are less likely to engage with health professionals.

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Hire great Female World Menopause Day Speakers.
If you’re looking to hold an event for World Menopause Day or want to support and educate your colleagues, contact Great British Speakers Jane Farnham and Steve Denison at +44 1753 439 289 or email bookings@greatbritishtalent.com

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