This FREE online Menopause Café is part of the Menopause Café movement started in the UK. It is aimed at breaking down the stigma around menopause and increasing awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their family, friends and their colleagues.
It is a discussion group, open to all ages and genders: no talks, no experts, topics are chosen by participants.
I used to run face-to-face pop up Menopause Cafes in Canberra. Listen here to my interview with ABC Radio Canberra on why I started them, the stigma and taboos around menopause, the cafes purpose, who it is for (everyone), and how it works.
First Tuesday of the month from 20:30 – 21:30
(Canberra, Australia time)
via Google Meet.
Register for FREE here.
Come join us for a friendly and confidential chat on all things menopause.
What happens at this online Menopause Café?
The conversation is led by you! There is no set agenda, no speakers or experts, and no selling their products/services. There is also no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product or course of action.
People may share experiences, ask questions, vent, reflect, or simply be present.
Each café is shaped by whoever attends on the night.
No two cafés are the same.
I know that it can be really scary to come along by yourself. Please know that it’s a friendly, supportive, and confidential space for everyone.
Why come monthly?
Menopause isn’t a one‑off experience — it changes over time.
Many people choose to come more than once because:
- different questions and experiences come up each month
- symptoms, circumstances and feelings evolve
- familiar faces make the space feel safer and easier
- it helps to feel less alone over time
You’re welcome to come once, occasionally, or every month.
About Menopause Café
Menopause Café is a registered charity working globally to increase awareness, understanding and openness about menopause.
About the Menopause Cafe Movement
The Menopause Café movement started in Perth , Scotland, in 2017 and has spread worldwide, with volunteers now hosting pop-up events in the UK, Bahrain, Mexico, USA, Austria and India. The charity also organise an annual Menopause Festival, #FlushFest.
Rachel Weiss, founder of the Menopause Café charity, says, “The Menopause Café is for everyone who wants to talk about the menopause, to share their stories, experiences and questions – all made that little bit easier with tea and cake.
“Unfortunately, many people feel that they should just ‘get on with’ the menopause, with some never talking to their friends or family about it. People can come along and just listen, or join in the discussions, hopefully leaving with a clearer sense of the impact of the menopause on those who are experiencing it, alongside their families, friends and colleagues.”
Kirsty Wark, patron of the Menopause Café Charity, says “ I am delighted to be a patron of this charity which is dedicated to get everyone talking about the menopause. This is the way to a healthier, happier future”.