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Across Europe, women spend a significant portion of their lives in the post-menopausal stage, yet many remain insufficiently informed about menopause and its wide-ranging impacts. The menopausal transition is associated with more than 50 symptoms affecting physical, mental, and social wellbeing, as well as employment, relationships, and overall quality of life. These challenges are further compounded by increased risks of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes. Despite growing public discussion, access to reliable, evidence-based information remains limited, particularly for disadvantaged groups who often rely on informal and unreliable sources. This highlights a critical gap in accessible, structured, and multidisciplinary education tailored to the needs of midlife and older women, as well as the professionals who support them. A search of the current literature and the EPALE and Erasmus+ project search engines revels this is currently an unmet meet for a target group of 3 million women in Europe. FEMME HEALTH project aims to address this gap by developing comprehensive educational materials and a freely accessible e-learning platform focused on women’s health and menopause. The project will develop (i) a co-created, needs-specific, self-paced "Women’s Health Matters" education programme on women’s health, menopause, and lifestyle medicine for women in midlife and beyond; and (ii) a co-created, needs-specific “Train the Trainer” module designed for health professionals working with women across all stages of menopause. The materials will provide evidence-based, non-formal education covering symptom management, treatment options, and lifestyle medicine practices such as exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management. By targeting both women and professionals, the project strengthens knowledge, builds capacity, and promotes informed decision-making, ultimately empowering women to maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing while equipping professionals with the skills needed to deliver effective, high-quality support.

Impact

The aim of the FEMME HEALTH is to empower women across Europe to better understand, manage, and thrive during perimenopause and menopause by raising awareness of associated symptoms and health risks, while simultaneously upskilling professionals to provide comprehensive, high-quality support to women across all stages of menopause. In doing so, the project seeks to improve health outcomes, enhance quality of life, and promote long-term physical, mental, and social wellbeing throughout midlife and beyond.

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Partners

EduFIT Limited

EduFIT is a health education and fitness company specialising in exercise and lifestyle medicine for functional health ageing, treatment and management of chronic disease, women's health and menopause. Led by a team of health scientists and researchers, EduFIT delivers live online and in-person multimodal exercise classes and health and nutrition education programmes. EduFIT collaborates on diverse research studies, including research on women’s health and clinical exercise. EduFIT also designs and delivers ‘Train the Trainer’ courses for healthcare professionals and fitness instructors, upskilling them in pelvic floor health, menopause, clinical exercise physiology, screening, and programme design for various conditions.

FREYR Institute

FREYR Institute is an independent nonprofit knowledge and education institute that develops evidence-informed educational resources, training programmes and European cooperation initiatives, translating knowledge into practical learning for individuals, professionals and communities. Our mission is to make reliable knowledge practical, understandable and useful. We create learning materials, promote human rights literacy, strengthen responsible global citizenship, advance lifelong wellbeing, and foster intercultural dialogue. We aim to expand horizons, deepen understanding, and support people in turning knowledge into ideas, ideas into meaningful action, values into conscious choices, and choices into lasting impact. non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting human rights, global citizenship, well-being, active ageing, and lifelong learning. The organisation works primarily with people with fewer opportunities, including migrants, refugees, low-skilled individuals, NEETs, and those at risk of social exclusion. We encourage people to think critically, act responsibly and contribute actively to the communities they belong to. We inspire everyone to challenge assumptions, transform diversity into a source of strength, demand respect for human rights, think beyond boundaries, and drive change where it is needed.

Zdrowy Kształt S.C.

Zdrowy Kształt S.C. is a knowledge- and health-related organisation dedicated to holistically supporting individuals who wish to live consciously and in harmony with their personal values. We actively promote lifestyle medicine by seamlessly combining education, psychotherapy, and art-related activities. Our core mission focuses on mental health and general wellbeing, providing professional guidance in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and work-life balance. We offer dedicated therapeutic support for individuals facing stress, anxiety, depressive disorders, personality disorders, and addictions. Operating on the basis of innovative, independently developed tools and programmes, we actively counteract social, cultural, and educational exclusion while supporting personal growth and life skills. We empower youth, adults, people with disabilities, and specific professional group, such as healthcare employees, educators, trainers, and social worker, to stimulate their psychophysical fitness and inspire meaningful life changes. Our wide range of services includes individual and group sessions, thematic workshops, practical activities, and expert meetings, all designed and delivered in close cooperation with local authorities, NGOs, cultural institutions, and universities. Our organisation is situated in central Poland, within the beautiful and culturally rich countryside of the Nieborów area. This picturesque setting provides an ideal, peaceful environment for anyone looking to connect with their inner self, practice mindfulness, and enjoy various outdoor sport and recreational facilities.

APS Brainery Academy

Brainery Academy is a non-profit cultural and social promotion association founded in Udine in 2016 by a group of students, volunteers, and professionals from diverse backgrounds. The association was established with the aim of sharing knowledge and skills acquired through both formal and non-formal learning, making them accessible to a wider community. Its main activities include organizing courses, conferences, and debates on topics of public interest, with a particular focus on community needs, such as foreign language learning and the use of multimedia tools. Beyond education, Brainery Academy promotes social cohesion through local initiatives, including the revitalization of the Pecile Village area by supporting local businesses and organizing themed events for people of all ages. The association is also actively involved in the design and management of projects at local, regional, national, and European levels, participating in numerous calls and programmes focused on adult education in non-formal learning environments. Reflecting its commitment to lifelong learning and international cooperation, the President of the organization has been appointed as an EPALE Ambassador.

THE HIVE P.C.

The Hive is a newly established company,dedicated in providing training services and consultancy, covering the needs of various target groups in numerous topics. The courses’ topics are developed by experienced trainers and selected according to the EU priorities, the needs occurring in the multicultural and rapidly evolving environment that our society is experiencing in pan European scale and always based on the current education & innovation trends. The Hive is aiming to promote the active participation in society, improve the learning performance and the career prospects of the courses’ participants.

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Work Packages

WP1- Project management

Our management approach is built on strong coordination practices and collaborative methods that support an effective partnership. Through Work Package 1 (WP1), we focus on smooth communication, continuous information sharing, and regular monitoring to track progress, measure impact, and address challenges promptly. Frequent reports and online meetings help ensure the successful implementation of the project and the achievement of its goals.

WP2 - User's Needs Analysis and Co-Creation

Work Package 2 (WP2) focuses on understanding the real needs, experiences, and challenges of women in perimenopause and post-menopause across Europe, particularly those with fewer opportunities or barriers to education and healthcare access. Through surveys, focus groups, interviews, literature reviews, and technological assessments, the partnership will work closely with women and professionals to co-create the structure and content of the educational courses and digital platform. This participatory approach ensures that all learning materials and digital tools are inclusive, accessible, practical, and tailored to the needs of the target groups.

WP3 - E-Learning Platform Development and Education Content Creation

Work Package 3 (WP3) is dedicated to developing an innovative and user-friendly e-learning platform alongside the creation of high-quality educational content in all partner languages. The partnership will produce theoretical and practical resources on women’s health, menopause, and lifestyle medicine, including videos, presentations, mindfulness activities, exercise sessions, recipes, and practical guides. In addition, a dedicated “Train the Trainer” module will support professionals and organisations working with women in midlife and beyond. The platform will provide flexible, inclusive, and accessible learning opportunities for users across Europe.

WP4 - Testing and Validation of E-Learning Platform and Education Course

Work Package 4 (WP4) focuses on testing, evaluating, and improving the e-learning platform and educational courses to ensure a high-quality learning experience for all users. Women in perimenopause and post-menopause, as well as health and education professionals, will participate in pilot testing activities across the partner countries. Their feedback will guide the refinement of the platform, course content, navigation, accessibility, and overall functionality. This process will ensure that the final platform is inclusive, engaging, easy to use, and fully adapted to the needs of its target groups.

WP5 - Dissemination and Sustainability

Work Package 5 (WP5) focuses on raising awareness and promoting the project’s results to ensure their long-term sustainability and lasting impact beyond the project’s duration. Through active social media engagement, awareness-raising and dissemination materials, stakeholder outreach, and dissemination events, the project aims to achieve strong visibility, foster community engagement, and ensure that its resources continue to benefit women, professionals, and organisations across Europe.

Women's Health Matters A digital platform