About this Event
Women's Health Stage 2026 is bringing together the North's women's health community together under one roof, and offering a front row seat to the conversations shaping Women's Health.
Saturday 10th October | 10:30 - 16:30 | Treehouse Hotel Manchester
What happens when you bring together the women building the future of healthcare, the women living through the gaps in the current system, and the people working to change it?
We believe that with every honest convesation, we are one step closer to closing the gender health gap. That's why on 10th October, we're bringing together industry founders, patients, advocates, clinicians, experts, and women who want to learn more about what's happening next in women's health.
We believe that the opportunity to attend events and take part in conversations shaping women's health shouldn't be shouldn’t be reserved for those who hold a corporate budget, an industry membership, or who live within a London postcode.
What to expect
Hear discussions centred on:
1) The founders shaping the future
Hear from women building innovative business and solutions in women's health. Our founders panel will explore what is changing, where innovation is happening, what barriers still exist, and what the future could look like for women.
Featuring:
- Dr Marina Gerner, Author of The Vagina Business: The Innovative Breakthroughs that could change everything in Women's Health
- Lucy Hope, Founder of The Daughters of Mars
- Dr Rumbi Mutenga, Founder of Glacie Health
- Isla Thomas, Co-founder of GLORIAH
2) The patient experience
What happens when women aren't listened to?
Evelyn Scott, author of 'A Bloody Scandal: How Medicine Fails Women in Pain' will share her experience. living with sever endometriosis and explore the medical, political and educational failures that continue to affect women with reproductive conditions.
This is a conversation about pain, dismissal, empathy and what needs to change.
3) The clinical perspective
Alongside the stories and innovation, we'll hear from experts exploring the science behind women's health.
Rocsi Chereches, nutritionist specialising in gut and menstrual health and Founder of Heraligned.Hub, will explore and the emerging connection between the gut microbiome, inflammation and period pain - and what this could mean for the future of women's health.
Further speakers to be announced soon.
You'll also have plenty of opportunity to connect with the community
You'll have chance to get face-to-face with the people changing the future of women's health:
✨ Meet the founders behind the industry's most exciting start-ups
✨ Be inspired by leading authors sharing the inspiration behind their work
✨ Have your health queries answered by leading clinicians and practitioners
✨ Browse a selection of exhibits showcasing femtech innovations
✨ Connect with likeminded people who are equally passionate about women's health
Who is this event for?
This is event is for women who want to be at the forefront of what's happening in women's health. Whether you're building in the sector, interested in femtech innovation, undertaking research, looking for practical health information, curious about the future of women's health, or just want to learn more - this is a day to be in the room.
Your ticket includes
- A full day at Women's Health Stage 2026
- A copy of Dr Marina Gerner's award-winning book 'The Vagina Business'
- Live talks, panel discussion and Q&As
- Networking and community
- Access to exhibitors and women's health innovations
This is more than just an event; it's about building a stronger, more connected women's health community in the North. The event will give women across the region the opportunity not just to hear that conversation, but to be part of it.
Come along and join the conversation
With every honest conversation, we are one step closer to bridging the gender health gap.
Event venue & nearby stays
Treehouse Hotel Manchester, Blackfriars Street, Manchester, United Kingdom
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