Expert Conversation
A focused, host-guided discussion that brings clarity to a question women are actively asking.
Speaker + Contributor Invitation
Do not come only to be heard. Come ready to listen.
The Big Listen is inviting 60–70 experts, educators, advocates and women with meaningful lived experience to help create the most useful global conversation for women over 40.
Explore participationTHE STANDARD
Bring evidence without arrogance. Experience without universality. Practical guidance without pretending one answer fits every woman.
WHAT BELONGS ON THIS STAGE
Credible. Clear. Human. Useful.
Selection is based on the question you can help answer, the audience you can responsibly serve and how your contribution strengthens the full conversation.
Lived Experience Story
A real, specific account of what changed, what was missed and what others should not have to navigate alone.
Practical Workshop
A guided session that creates a useful output: questions, a plan, a conversation or a next step.
Listening Room
A facilitated dialogue where women’s experiences shape the meaning—not a stage designed for advice-giving.
PRIORITY CONTRIBUTIONS
We are especially seeking voices across:
Strength after 40Joint pain + mobilityBone + muscleNutrition without dietingPerimenopause cognitionBrain fogMental healthHRT + endocrine carePelvic healthSexual wellbeingBody imageMidlife careersLeadership + HRCaregiving + moneyWomen of colorHealth misinformationCoaching women 40+
WHAT CONTRIBUTORS RECEIVE
A platform built for impact—not an isolated recording.
01A distinct session position tied to an identified audience need
02Speaker page, promotional assets and story-led reveal materials
03Visibility within the Big Listen Guide and attendee pathways
04Partner-ready clips, quotes and post-event finding integration
05Connection to a global community and professional track
Contributor pathway
Help us answer a question that women have waited too long to have taken seriously.
Send a brief note with the question you can help answer, your relevant expertise or lived experience, and the format that fits you best.
Express contributor interest