Did you know…?

• Nearly 1 million women in the UK said they quit their jobs because of menopause symptoms and stigma.¹

• 45% of women said the symptoms negatively impacted their ability to carry out tasks.²

• Japan has estimated that the economic cost to society of women’s health issues, including menopause and reproductive system cancers, amount to approximately JPY ¥3.4 trillion (USD $23 billion) annually.³

• Gen X women say they value benefits packages that provide menopause support.²

To respond to this, we’ve launched a new educational toolkit in partnership with Maven Clinic⁴ – the world’s largest virtual clinic for women’s and family health. The toolkit is a ready-made communications campaign, enabling multinationals to educate their people about the impacts of menopause and how to support those going through this life stage. This new service is available to our multinational clients on our OneClient portal and aims to help them create a menopause-friendly work environment.

The launch of this new toolkit comes at the start of Menopause Awareness Month and ahead of World Menopause Day on 18 October.

Menopause, and supporting employees experiencing the symptoms of menopause, has been rising up the corporate agenda in recent years. And with large numbers of women speaking out about the impact of menopause symptoms on both their wellbeing and their careers – plus the clear statistics that highlight its impact on businesses – this is an issue that cannot be ignored.

Drawing on Maven’s vast experience, the new toolkit equips multinationals with everything they need to run a menopause campaign in their workplace. It seeks to help employers create an inclusive, menopause-friendly environment so they can retain their most experienced female employees. The toolkit is also aimed at menopause allies, so everyone can be involved, no matter their gender.

It contains five weeks’ worth of materials and a facilitator’s guide, helping multinationals successfully run the educational campaign. The content focuses on the following key topics, and more:

• demystifying menopause

• how to be an ally

• managing the physical symptoms of menopause

• caring for mental health during menopause

• continuing the discussion on menopause.

Dr Leena Johns, Chief Health & Wellness Officer at MAXIS GBN, said: "As DE&I values continue to rise up the corporate agenda, it’s vital that multinational employers are well-equipped to really care for their people at all stages of life.

“We’re excited to be launching a toolkit in partnership with Maven that can help our clients support their people experiencing the symptoms of menopause and grow workplace inclusivity by guiding colleagues on how to be allies. 

“With staggering statistics around the impacts of menopause on women and their careers, Menopause Awareness Month is the perfect time for our multinational clients to be thinking about how they can best support their people through this time and ensure they aren’t losing their most experienced and knowledgeable talent.”

Will Porteous, Chief Growth Officer at Maven, said: “With one in five members of the workforce impacted by menopause, the global community of women going through this journey is among the fastest growing cohorts in the workplace but remains the least supported and least understood.

“Education is a crucial first step in understanding the challenges faced by women experiencing the symptoms of menopause, both in their personal lives and at work. We are proud to work hand in hand with MAXIS GBN to equip best-in-class multinationals with resources that provide education and foster more supportive, age-inclusive and high-performing workplaces.”

Download the toolkit via OneClient
 

Not a MAXIS client? Download a sample of the toolkit 

Maven Clinic is the world’s largest virtual clinic for women’s and family health, providing clinical, emotional, and financial support across fertility & family building; maternity & newborn care; parenting & paediatrics; and menopause and ongoing care. Maven is a global partner to more than 2,000 employers across 175 countries, providing inclusive, quality care to women and families in more than 35 languages through its network of providers and Care Advocates.

 

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MAXIS Global Benefits Network – [email protected]  

This document has been prepared by MAXIS GBN and is for informational purposes only – it does not constitute advice.  MAXIS GBN has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this document has been obtained from reliable sources, but cannot guarantee accuracy or completeness.  The information contained in this document may be subject to change at any time without notice.  Any reliance you place on this information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

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About Maven Clinic

Maven is the world’s largest virtual clinic for women and families, on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven’s award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and financial support all in one platform, spanning fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, parenting & paediatrics, and menopause. Employers and health plans trust Maven’s end-to-end platform to improve clinical outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and provide equity in benefits programs. Recognised for innovation and industry leadership, Maven has been named to the Time 100 Most Influential Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company Most Innovative Companies, and FORTUNE Best Places to Work. Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven has raised $300 million USD in funding from top healthcare and technology investors including General Catalyst, Oak HC/FT, Sequoia, Dragoneer Investment Group, and Lux Capital. To learn more about Maven, visit us at mavenclinic.com.

About MAXIS GBN

MAXIS Global Benefits Network (MAXIS GBN), co-founded by MetLife and AXA in 1998 is one of the leading international employee benefits networks providing global service capabilities and delivering world-class employee benefits perspectives and solutions to clients in over 120 markets around the world. In February 2016, MetLife and AXA further strengthened their relationship by combining all of its MAXIS GBN existing operations under a joint venture company. This transformation helps leverage the existing strength of the network and its two parent companies while further enhancing the client experience, focusing on product innovation and providing data analytics. For more information, please visit www.maxis-gbn.com

The MAXIS Global Benefits Network (“Network”) is a network of locally licensed MAXIS member insurance companies (“Members”) founded by AXA France Vie, Paris, France (“AXA”) and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, New York, NY (“MLIC”). MAXIS GBN S.A.S, a Private Limited Company with a share capital of €4,650,000, registered with ORIAS under number 16000513, and with its registered office at 313, Terrasses de l’Arche – 92727 Nanterre Cedex, France, is an insurance and reinsurance intermediary that promotes the Network. MAXIS GBN S.A.S is jointly owned by affiliates of AXA and MLIC and does not issue policies or provide insurance; such activities are carried out by the Members. MAXIS GBN S.A.S operates in the UK through its UK establishment with its registered address at 1st Floor, The Monument Building, 11 Monument Street, London EC3R 8AF, Establishment Number BR018216 and in other European countries on a services basis. MAXIS GBN S.A.S operates in the U.S. through MAXIS Insurance Brokerage Services, Inc., with its registered office located in New York, USA, a New York licensed insurance broker. MLIC and Delaware American Life Insurance Company are the only Members licensed to transact insurance business in New York. The other Members are not licensed or authorised to do business in New York and the policies and contracts they issue have not been approved by the New York Superintendent of Financial Services, are not protected by the New York state guaranty fund, and are not subject to all of the laws of New York.

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[1] Burden, L. Bloomberg (June 18, 2021) Women Are Leaving the Workforce for a Little-Talked-About Reason https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-06-18/women-are-leaving-the-workforce-for-a-little-talked-about-reason (Sourced: June 2024)

[2] Anon. Maven Clinic. (2024) Maven’s State of Women’s and Family Health Benefits 2024 https://www.mavenclinic.com/reports/annual-maven-fertility-report (Sourced: February 2024)

[3] Honda, K. and Tochibayashi, N. (March 6, 2024) Can improving women's health lead us on a path to economic growth? https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/03/can-improving-womens-health-lead-us-on-a-path-to-economic-growth/ (Sourced: August 2024)

[4] Maven Clinic, incorporated and registered in New York City, NY whose registered office is Maven Clinic Co. 160 Varick Street, 6 Fl, New York, NY 10013