Allyship in the Menopause Space with Lucinda

Black Menopause & Beyond

August 23, 2023 45 mins

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Anita interviews Lucinda, a Menopause Awareness Advocate who delivers sessions independently and with a leading provider. She recognizes the importance of cultural competence in allyship and seeks to learn from women of all backgrounds. Lucinda is not very active on social media but can be found on Instagram under the tag @peri_meno_mentor or via her website https://peri-menomentor.co.uk/.

 

Allyship


Part 1 of 4. 

As a woman of colour, dealing with menopause and other health issues can be challenging. That's why having menopause allies is crucial. However, what matters most in being a good ally is cultural competence, regardless of culture, colour, or race. Family culture can also play a significant role in how women experience menopause. Black women often feel unheard when seeking healthcare, which can further exacerbate their symptoms. 


However, some women may not participate in menopause research for various reasons. Overall, it's crucial to have allies who are culturally competent and willing to listen and learn to ensure that all women receive the support and care they need during this time. Most women of colour have to work with menopause allies when dealing with Menopause and other health issues. 


Some of the talking points in this episode

What matters is culture, colour or race.

What makes a good Ally

We discuss the question, 'Where are you from?'

Family culture and how it impacts Menopause

Black women feel not heard when seeking health care.

Strong black women

How do allies become culturally competent? 

Why some women do not participate in menopause research.


 

Black Menopause and Beyond podcast looks at Menopause from the eyes of a Black woman. Anita expresses her views and also interviews individuals and experts discussing the conversation of Menopause.


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August 23, 2023

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45 mins
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Black Menopause & Beyond

My name is Anita Powell. I’m a 50-year-old black female born in the UK I am suffering from the symptoms of perimenopause. A few years ago, I noticed that my body was responding different to how it used to be. Conversations with my peers and they too were noticing changes. I felt my overall health was deteriorating. […]

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