Our Team
At the Irish Menopause Institute, our work is shaped by one shared purpose:
To improve the experience of menopause transition for women across Ireland.
We bring together experience across education, healthcare, workplace practice, community support, governance and lived experience. Our approach is collaborative, practical and focused on real impact.
Founders
Siobhán Tobin
Co-Founder | Academic Director
Siobhán is Co-Founder and Academic Director of the Irish Menopause Institute. She brings over 20 years’ experience in education and healthcare-related learning, with a strong background in designing and delivering practical, accessible and high-quality programmes.
Her work is grounded in real-world learning, professional standards and a deep commitment to supporting people. Siobhán is known for her warmth, dedication and integrity. She is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences and ensuring women receive the standard of support they deserve.
Her focus is clear: To make menopause education more consistent, accessible and trusted.
Sarah Meehan
Co-Founder | Director of Business, Innovation & Partnerships
Sarah is Co-Founder of the Irish Menopause Institute. She brings over 23 years’ experience in education, along with an international background in business, marketing, strategy and stakeholder engagement.
Sarah has extensive experience in educational leadership, business development, partnership building and programme innovation. Her work has focused on creating strong learning environments and delivering meaningful outcomes for learners, professionals and organisations.
Driven by lived experience and a clear sense of purpose, Sarah identified the need for better support in women’s health and wellbeing. She co-founded the Institute to help raise standards, build strong partnerships and create accessible, impactful pathways for women, professionals, workplaces and communities.
Her focus is clear: To turn understanding into action and create lasting impact.
Advisory Network
The Irish Menopause Institute is supported by a growing multidisciplinary advisory network. This network helps ensure our work remains informed, relevant and aligned with recognised standards.
Our advisors bring expertise across:
Clinical & Education
Expertise in clinical practice, healthcare, and professional education.
Workplace & Governance
Expertise in workplace policy, governance, and organizational strategy.
Community & Inclusion
Expertise in community support and equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Practitioner Network
We are building a trusted network of qualified professionals across healthcare, wellbeing and support services providing women in Ireland with access to clear, credible and consistent support.
This network will grow as our education and training, personalised guidance & support, and community work develop.
Our Commitment
Everything we do is guided by our mission to raise the standard of menopause education, understanding and support in Ireland.
We do not replace medical care, diagnosis or treatment. Where medical support is needed, we encourage appropriate pathways to GPs, prescribing practitioners, specialists and allied health professionals.
Our role is to inform, educate, guide and support; helping women make confident, informed choices.
