The Nine Women's Health Summit

14/06/2025 - From 12h to 20h - Public

The women's health gap equates to 75 million years of life lost due to poor health or early death per year;

Women are diagnosed later than men for more than 700 diseases, including six non-specific types of cancer;

Women have a 20% higher chance of developing heart failure or dying within five years of their first heart attack than men.

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In our first inaugural health summit, The Nine is excited to shed light on the pains and potential gains of the gender health gap, our unique hormonal health, and the key developments in women's health in 2025 and beyond.

Plus all the food and drink included is proudly made by women for women, tailored for our unique needs and crafted to reduce inflammation, balance hormones, and enhance cognitive function.

Key Topics:

• Gender Equality in Healthcare – Breaking down the current barriers and challenges
• Burnout & Mental Load - Why does burnout disproportionately affect women, and what practical steps can we take to lighten the mental load?
• Hormonal Health - Living, working, and thriving according to our hormonal cycles
• The Research Gap – 1% of global healthcare research and development is dedicated to female-specific conditions. This lack of research is killing us - literally
• Health & Politics - What are they key political and policy decisions affecting women's health in Belgium and beyond

Speakers Include:

Dr Sarah Saxena, Professor of Anesthesiology University of Mons, Belgium-Anesthesiologist (MD; PHD)-ESAIC Subforum lead 'the geriatric patient' - Women in Global Health. Sarah is also the author of Beyond the White Coat: My Journey of Resilience, and passionate about DEI in the health sector

Maha Ganem is an online & broadcast journalist and podcast producer specialising in global public health. She recently launched her new series 'Je pensais que j'étais la seule' looking at the gender health and research gap, and women's different lived health experiences

Inge Delva is a menopause coach, writer, facilitator, and keynote speaker with a mission to inform and empower women about the profound hormonal changes they experience throughout life. She leads workshops and retreats that explore the physical, emotional, and psychological impact of shifting hormones, helping women understand how fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can affect their bodies and minds.

Naina Madan is the founder and Master Blender of Madn Teas. Passionate about tea from a young age, her organic, functional blends are designed to support energy, digestion, relaxation, and overall well-being, following the principles of Ayurveda. 

...More speakers to be announced soon!

Pricing:

• €59 for members of The Nine
• €69 for non-members

Program:

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Welcome Lunch

Start the day the right way with a delicious lunch with recipes expertly crafted to support your hormonal health cycle and immune systems. 

1:00 M - 2:00 PM | Panel Discussion: The Gender Equality Landscape in Healthcare 2025

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Breakout Talks 

Lightning discussions with leading medical practitioners, policy experts, and women's health fempreneurs

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Guided Afternoon Tea

Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience while Naina from Madn Teas will talk about the health properties of her different blends.

Take this time to check out the pop-up shop and take part in our charity fundraiser for Project Soar, a non-profit based in Morocco with centres throughout Africa and the Middle East. Focused on menstrual care, leadership training, and fighting child marriage, Project Soar helps girls become strong voices and leaders in their communities.

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Wrap Up & Networking Drinks

Raise a toast to equality, awareness, and taking control of your health! If good weather, take your drinks and discussions to the garden.

Click here to register to this event