The CPD-accredited event is being held at Jumeirah Saadiyat Island as part of plans to increase accessibility across the region
March 2026- The GCC Menopause Hub has announced the launch of its first Abu Dhabi summit, taking place on Saturday, 6th June 2026. After its second sell-out Dubai summit last October, the capitalโs debut event will bring a range of Abu Dhabi-based medical experts to a 200-strong audience. In addition to two main keynotes, the format will focus on panel discussions and roundtables with ample time for attendees to interact and ask questions.ย ย
Visitors can also enjoy multiple activations related to fitness, nutrition, careers, and more. Staying true to its mission, the event will empower individuals with knowledge, challenge taboos, and create meaningful change in the region and beyond.
A diverse range of topics is on the agenda, including defining menopause, longevity and nutrition, menopause and cancer, ADHD and menopause, financial wellbeing and workplace impact, and taking a holistic approach. To coincide with the UAEโs Year of Family, there will also be an in-depth conversation about menopause and its impact on the whole family to encourage open dialogue and normalise this crucial conversation.
Now officially CPD-accredited, the summit is a valuable opportunity for HR practitioners and business leaders to gain recognised professional development while highlighting the impact of menopause in the workplace.ย ย
Sharon James, Co-Founder of The GCC Menopause Hub said: โWe are really looking forward to our first Abu Dhabi Menopause Summit and are proudย announce our Headline partnershipย withย SAKINA, the specialised mental health network under SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth,ย andย alsoย our partnership withย Harley Street Medical Centre.ย Expanding into other emirates has always been our goal so that we can reach the many women who need expert knowledge and personalised support. Our superb partners are helping us amplify these important messages and extend our impact.โโ
Dr Zain Al Yafei, Chief Executive Officerย –ย SAKINA, added:ย โAtโฏSAKINA, weย recogniseย that a womanโs mental health isโฏno less importantโฏthan her physical wellbeing, particularly during significant lifeย stages such as menopause. Our participation in theโฏGCC Menopause Summitโฏreflects our commitment to raising awareness and ensuring access to theย specialisedย psychological support that empowers women to navigate this journey with confidence and resilience,โฏfurther solidifying SAKINAโs position as a leading provider of integrated and innovative mental healthcare in Abu Dhabi.โย
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Dr. Hady Jerdak, Chief Executive Officer, Specialist Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases & Sleep Disorders at Harley Street Medical Centre concluded: “For us at Harley Street Medical Centre, menopause isnโt a moment – itโs a journey that deserves empathy, expertise, and ongoing support. We are honoured to contribute to the Summit and help ensure women receive the care and clarity they need to thrive during this stage of life.”
Sponsorsโฏof the GCC Menopause Summit Abu Dhabi includeย SAKINA,ย Harley Street Medical Centre, and Real Fit. Community Partnersโฏinclude the British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi.ย
