Who we are
It all started with our flagship event, The GCC Menopause Summit 2024, a groundbreaking event that made menopause a hot topic across the region. Packed with expert speakers, inspiring stories, and real talk, the summit was where the conversation began, and it’s only getting louder.
The GCC Menopause Hub is the GCC’s first-ever dedicated space to talk about all things menopauses. It is a space designed to support, educate, and guide women navigating menopause. We believe in breaking down barriers, fostering open conversations, and providing access to reliable information and expert insights.
Our goal is to create a welcoming community where women feel heard, understood, and equipped with the knowledge they need to embrace this stage of life with confidence.
We’re here to spark conversations, answer your questions, and remind you that this is your time to thrive. Whether you're navigating symptoms or simply curious about what’s ahead, the GCC Menopause Hub has your back with real talk, expert advice, and a supportive community.
Think of us as your menopause BFFs, with a whole lot of science, a network of experts, and a passion for shaking up the status quo. We’re a community-powered movement bringing women, healthcare professionals, and organizations together to turn midlife into your best life.
It’s time to break the silence and embrace this phase of life with confidence, curiosity, and maybe even a bit of humor.
Meet Our Team
Sharon James
After hitting my 40s and wondering why my energy had vanished, my sleep had packed its bags, and my jeans suddenly had a vendetta against me, I did what any wellness professional would do, I dove headfirst into research. What I found was shocking: so many women were silently struggling through menopause with little guidance and even less support.
So, I decided to change that.
I founded the GCC Menopause Summit, which we now know as the GCC Menopause Hub, to be the resource I wish I’d had. Providing evidence-based and unapologetically real information and fostering connections. It’s now a space where women can get informed, feel seen, and realize that midlife isn’t the end; it’s just the beginning.
Maureen Bannerman
My life was, by all accounts, thriving. A fulfilling career, two wonderful boys, and a strong, supportive marriage – I felt I had reached a place of stability and contentment. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, it all changed. A persistent fog of anxiety, self-doubt, sleeplessness, aching, and a general sense of unease took control. I felt lost, completely unprepared for the physical and emotional shifts that were happening. At times, I genuinely feared I was experiencing the early stages of dementia. It was a profoundly isolating and frightening period.
Thankfully, I found invaluable support through a dedicated doctor here in Dubai, coupled with extensive personal research. Through many conversations, I realized that so many women were suffering similar challenges, often in silence and without support.
That's why I founded the GCC Menopause Hub. I wanted to create a comprehensive, accessible support network, a 'go-to' resource where women could find reliable, up-to-date information, expert advice, and a supportive community. This is a deeply personal mission to ensure that no woman feels as lost and unprepared as I did.
WHAT WE
D
VISION
A future where menopause is embraced as a natural life stage, where women thrive, and where the GCC is recognized as a leader in supporting women's health and well-being.
WHY WE
D IT
PURPOSE
Transforming women's lives by providing crucial knowledge and unwavering support to navigate all stages of menopause with confidence.
HOW WE
D IT
MISSION
To champion the health and well-being of women by providing trusted information and guidance, building a supportive community, and advocating for a society that embraces and supports women at every stage of their lives.
OUR VALUES
Empower
Providing women with knowledge and support for confident navigation of menopause.
Trust
Operating with integrity to deliver reliable information and build a secure community.
Connect
Fostering a supportive community where women feel heard and understood.
Champion
Championing women's health and advocating for greater societal support.
Join the
community
Whether you’re looking for tips on tackling menopause symptoms, advice from top experts, or a space to connect with women just like you, The GCC Menopause Hub is the place to be. Together, we’re redefining what it means to thrive in midlife. So, join the community and let’s make menopause the best chapter yet!
