Please note: this webinar was recorded on the 16th of September 2026, and the details were correct at the time of recording.
Speakers:
- Rachel Kenna, Chief Nursing Officer and Co- Chair of the Women’s Health Taskforce, Department of Health
- Peggy Maguire, Director of the European Institute for Women’s Health (EIWH) and Co-Chair of the Women’s Health Taskforce
- Dr Salome Mbugua, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), AkiDwA - The Network of Migrant Women
Resources:
Presentation Slides: Here
Follow-up questions may be directed to the Women's Health Taskforce at: WomensHealthTaskforce@health.gov.ie
Webinar overview:
Join us for an engaging webinar exploring how cultural sensitivity and intersectional factors influence women's health experiences in Ireland.
Rachel Kenna will discuss the work of the Women's Health Taskforce and the important role of policy in women's health. She will highlight how the Department of Health and HSE are adopting culturally responsive and community-based approaches to improve health equity for diverse groups.
Peggy Maguire will bring an international perspective on how culture influences access to women's healthcare.
Dr. Salome Mbugua will share lived experiences of migrant women, highlighting barriers to accessing healthcare services and specific health issues affecting these women, such as Female Genital Mutilation.
Disclaimer:
This webinar is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace the need for pharmacists to exercise their professional judgement. Pharmacists remain professionally responsible for their decisions and actions and must ensure their practice is consistent with applicable legislation, the PSI Code of Conduct, professional guidance, clinical guidelines and other relevant authoritative sources. No liability is accepted for errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from reliance on the information provided. This webinar was recorded on the 16th of September, 2026.