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WeAreTheCity celebrated the winners of the 2018 Rising Star Awards last night, at a prestigious ceremony hosted by NewsUK, London.

Over 200 winners, sponsors, judges and guests attended and enjoyed a champagne reception and welcome by Vanessa Vallely OBE, Managing Director, WeAreTheCity; and Chris Duncan, Managing Director, Times Newspaper Ltd.

June Sarpong MBE, TV Presenter and author, hosted the awards’ ceremony, sponsored by The Times & The Sunday Times.

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View all the pictures from the night below:

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24apr10:0010:45Menopause & Mental Health | Free Taster Session

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24/04/2025 10:00 - 10:45(GMT+01:00)

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Menopause can have a profound impact on mental health – but too often, this is misunderstood, overlooked, or even ignored in professional environments. While organisations are making positive strides when it comes to talking more openly about wellbeing, menopause still remains a topic many feel uncomfortable or ill-equipped to address.

The truth is, for many women and those experiencing menopause, symptoms can go far beyond hot flushes. Brain fog, anxiety, low mood, and sleep disruption can affect confidence, performance, and overall mental health. Without the right support in place, these challenges can lead to increased absenteeism, presenteeism, or even cause people to leave the workforce altogether.

This 45-minute session is designed to change that. It’s a practical, supportive space for managers, HR professionals and wellbeing leads to build the confidence to spot the signs, open up conversations and create a culture where no one has to suffer in silence.

Whether you’re at the beginning of this journey or looking to strengthen your organisation’s approach, this session will help you better understand the mental health impact of menopause – and empower you to respond with empathy and confidence.

You’ll walk away with:
✅ A clearer understanding of how menopause can affect mental health in the workplace
✅ Confidence to recognise when someone may be struggling – and how to offer support
✅ A simple, effective approach to starting wellbeing conversations that make a difference

DATE: Thursday 24 April 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

This isn’t about becoming an expert – it’s about showing up, listening, and learning how to create an environment where people feel seen, heard and supported.

Because when organisations take menopause seriously, everyone benefits.

Let’s start the conversation.

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29apr11:4514:00Women in Business Networking - London networking - London City

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29/04/2025 11:45 - 14:00(GMT+01:00)

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The Anthologist

58 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7BB

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Kick off your 2025 in style by networking with us. A fabulous mix of formal & informal networking over a facilitated business lunch

WIBN networking is here to create a platform for like-minded women, who passionately drive their business forward and collaborate with others to help them achieve success.

WIBN is a business network organisation for women business owners and employed professionals, who network each month over a facilitated business lunch. Our members support and encourage each other through collaboration and the sharing of business contacts and opportunities. The meetings are structured and effective, whilst also being supportive and friendly!

As Women Business Owners we know that one person can transform your business but think what you could achieve with a tribe of supportive and passionate business owners?? At WIBN we recognise that often women lack relevant networking opportunities simply because they network in a different way to men!

Our monthly meetings are a fabulous mix of formal and informal networking which includes your own 60 secs pitch, a focused spotlight session from a member and lunch.Our philosophy in this group is simple – No sister left behind! Come along to our WIBN group as a visitor and experience the potential to grow your business in a more productive way.

WIBN membership

WIBN has a professional exclusivity policy so it’s one profession per group – see below * . As long as your profession is not already represented you would be welcome to visit a group twice before deciding if you want to join.

WIBN is a monthly membership group and a 12 month commitment will be required after you have visited a maximum of two times. Full details and prices will be given at the meeting.

*in the event that your profession is already represented at your chosen meeting then the organiser saves the right to propose another place or date. If we cannot relocate you then a full refund will be given.

WIBN meeting format – led by Ceylan Boyce

11.45 – 12.00- First, Coffee and mingle
12.00 – 12.10 – Welcoming the Tribe
12.10- 12.45- 1 minute to impress: your 1-minute elevator pitch showcase their business
12.45-13.20 – Lunch and connect –
13.20 – 13.30-Business workshop led by UK’s Top business advisor and coach
13.30-13.55- Let’s talk business: time to help each other
13.55-14.00- Wrap-up

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30apr10:0016:00Women's Health Champion Course (CPD Accredited)

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Rising Star Awards 2018 | In Pictures

WeAreTheCity celebrated the winners of the 2018 Rising Star Awards last night, at a prestigious ceremony hosted by NewsUK, London.

View all the pictures from the night below:

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WeAreTheCity celebrated the winners of the 2018 Rising Star Awards last night, at a prestigious ceremony hosted by NewsUK, London.

View all the pictures from the night below:

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Periods, menopause, fertility struggles, baby loss, endometriosis are not niche concerns.

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