this is an inclusive space
Menopause
Menopause
is not a one-size-fits-all experience,—it is complex, multifaceted, and lived by Black women, femmes, trans, gender non-conforming, and non-binary people across the spectrum. Our commitment to Black feminism, healing justice, gender justice, and reproductive justice means that all of your stories, bodies, and journeys are welcomed here, honored and affirmed simply because you exist. We hold space for the fullness of your experiences and aim to reflect the nuanced realities of menopause—beyond binaries, beyond the margins.
this is an inclusive space
this is an inclusive space
events
events
2026
past:
Morehouse School of Medicine Menopause and Women of Color Summit
Morehouse School of Medicine Menopause and Women of Color Summit
Virtual
Virtual
Beaucoup Hoodoo Fest
Beaucoup Hoodoo Fest
New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, LA
NCCU Black Women's Health Panel
NCCU Black Women's Health Panel
Durham, NC
Durham, NC
Donald T. Moore Lecture at Duke Medicine
Donald T. Moore Lecture at Duke Medicine
Duke University, Durham, NC
Duke University, Durham, NC

To
NOVA Summit
Chicago, IL

Durham NC Pride Resource Fair
Durham, NC

Black Mama's Matter Alliance Black Maternal Health Conference
Atlanta, GA
events
2026

To
NOVA Summit
Chicago, IL

Durham NC Pride Resource Fair
Durham, NC

Black Mama's Matter Alliance Black Maternal Health Conference
Atlanta, GA
past:
Morehouse School of Medicine Menopause and Women of Color Summit
Virtual
Beaucoup Hoodoo Fest
New Orleans, LA
NCCU Black Women's Health Panel
Durham, NC
Donald T. Moore Lecture at Duke Medicine
Duke University, Durham, NC
iranti eje
iranti eje
iranti eje
2025 Global Conference
2025 Global Conference
2025 Global Conference
Held in early October 2025 in Durham, North Carolina, Iranti Ẹjẹ: Remembering Blood was the first of its kind and brought together people of all walks and from all lands to do a new thing: Talk about menopause in ways that center pleasure, that center true wellness, that center trans folks, young and old folks, and system impacted folks, and other marginalized (no more) communities.
Held in early October 2025 in Durham, North Carolina, Iranti Ẹjẹ: Remembering Blood was the first of its kind and brought together people of all walks and from all lands to do a new thing: Talk about menopause in ways that center pleasure, that center true wellness, that center trans folks, young and old folks, and system impacted folks, and other marginalized (no more) communities.
Impact in Numbers
45
45
speakers
3
3
days
250+
250+
attendes
39
39
volunteers
4
4
generations
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sacred
sacred
sacred
work
work

I
Reproductive Justice Thought Leadership
I
Reproductive Justice Thought Leadership
Insightful analysis and visionary strategies that connect menopause to the broader struggles for reproductive justice, equity, and liberation.
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I
Educational Essays and Articles on Menopause
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Educational Essays and Articles on Menopause
Culturally competent, grounded, and expansive writings that challenge the narrow framing of menopause and uplift the voices and experiences of those at the margins.
II

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Inter-Generational Community Programming
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Inter-Generational Community Programming
Workshops and events that bridge generations—centering storytelling, healing, and truth-telling across age groups.
III

I
Menopause Advocacy Strategic Advisement
IV
Menopause Advocacy Strategic Advisement
Guidance for organizations committed to reproductive justice, ensuring that their advocacy reflects lived experiences appropriately.
IV
Reproductive Justice Thought Leadership
Insightful analysis and visionary strategies that connect menopause to the broader struggles for reproductive justice, equity, and liberation.
I
Educational Essays and Articles on Menopause
Culturally competent, grounded, and expansive writings that challenge the narrow framing of menopause and uplift the voices and experiences of those at the margins.
I
Inter-Generational Community Programming
Workshops and events that bridge generations—centering storytelling, healing, and truth-telling across age groups.
I
Menopause Advocacy Strategic Advisement
Guidance for organizations committed to reproductive justice, ensuring that their advocacy reflects lived experiences appropriately.
I
partners
partners
partners
& collabs
& collabs
& collabs
inclusive
inclusive
inclusive
resources
resources
the team
the team
Omisade Burney-Scott
Omisade Burney-Scott
She/her
Alexandra Jane
Alexandra Jane
She/her
Julian Wilson
Julian Wilson
He/him
Leigh Reed
Leigh Reed
She/her
Azzan Quick
Azzan Quick
He/him
Claire Alexandre
Claire Alexandre
She/her








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Amplify
We are open to interview requests, speaking engagements, and opportunities to share our vision. Help us amplify the voices and stories that deserve to be heard.
Collaborate
We partner with those committed to healing justice, equity, and transformative conversations. If you share our vision, let’s build something powerful together.

join the movement
Support
Your financial support allows us to sustain our work and expand our impact. Make a one-time contribution or become a monthly sustainer.
Amplify
We are open to interview requests, speaking engagements, and opportunities to share our vision. Help us amplify the voices and stories that deserve to be heard.
Collaborate
We partner with those committed to healing justice, equity, and transformative conversations. If you share our vision, let’s build something powerful together.
We need each-other
The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause is the only Southern, Black queer-led platform dedicated to normalizing menopause through a socially engaged practice of art and activism.
Any other Inquiries?
leigh@blackgirlsguidetosurvivingmenopause.com

© 2022 Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause. All rights reserved.
Website developed by Claire Alexandre
We need each-other
The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause is the only Southern, Black queer-led platform dedicated to normalizing menopause through a socially engaged practice of art and activism.
Any other Inquiries?
leigh@blackgirlsguidetosurvivingmenopause.com

© 2022 Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause. All rights reserved.
Website developed by Claire Alexandre
We need each-other
The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause is the only Southern, Black queer-led platform dedicated to normalizing menopause through a socially engaged practice of art and activism.
Any other Inquiries?
leigh@blackgirlsguidetosurvivingmenopause.com

© 2022 Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause. All rights reserved.
Website developed by Claire Alexandre

































