Invest In Her Health:
Her Health, Our Future.

The Healthy Mind Foundation is proud to host a Women’s Health Conference in honour of International Women’s Day 2026, aligned with the global theme “Give to Gain.”

Women’s health is a critical pillar of family well-being, workforce productivity, and national development. Yet, across the Caribbean and worldwide, women continue to face disproportionate health challenges, including mental health strain, chronic illnesses, reproductive health concerns, workplace stress, and the demands of caregiving.

International Women’s Day 2026 calls for the generous investment of time, knowledge, and resources to advance gender equality. In response to this call, the Healthy Mind Foundation is hosting this Women’s Health Conference to highlight the importance of prioritizing women’s health as a meaningful and strategic investment.

Our conference theme, “Invest in Her Health: Her Health, Our Future,” reflects this vision by emphasizing that when we invest in women’s health, the benefits extend far beyond the individual. Healthier women contribute to stronger families, more resilient workplaces, empowered communities, and a healthier society as a whole.

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Event Details

This WOMEN ONLY event includes a conference and exhibition focused on women’s health. The conference will feature panel discussions with doctors and other professionals speaking on common health issues that affect women at different stages of life. The sessions will be informative, practical, and include time for questions from the audience.

Alongside the conference, there will be an exhibition with informational booths and health resources, where attendees can learn more, speak with professionals, and access basic health information. The event is designed to be welcoming, educational, and empowering, giving women useful knowledge they can take back into their everyday lives.

Experience Details

Admission:

This is a free event open to women aged 12+

Sunday 8th March 2026

Date:

9:00am - 4pm
Check in : 8:30am

Time:

Achievor Banquet Hall, San Fernando

Location:

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Panel Discussions

Panel 1: From Period to Menopause: Why Ignoring Women’s CyclesCosts Us All

Covers women’s health across life stages, showing how neglecting menstrual and menopausal cycles leads to social, economic, and health costs.
Panel 2: When Hormones Hijack Your Life: Endometriosis, PCOS, Acne & the Cost of Being Dismissed

Highlights the impact of hormonal conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and acne, and the consequences of delayed diagnosis and dismissal of women’s symptoms.
Panel 3: Two Cancers We Can Catch Early But Why Are Women Still Dying?

Examines why breast and cervical cancers still cause preventable deaths and emphasizes the importance of early detection and accessible care.

Meet Our Panelists: Panel 1

Dr. Sherene Kalloo

Dr. Sherene Kalloo is a respected Consultant OBGYN in Trinidad and Tobago, known for her compassionate, holistic approach to women’s health. A graduate of UWI, Jamaica, she has championed initiatives like free HPV vaccination and contributed to the Maternal & Child Health Manual. Dr. Kalloo is a national awardee for her work in women’s development, a familiar media voice on health education, and the only female director at St. Augustine Private Hospital.

Ms. Anjanie Ramnarinesingh

Anjanie is a senior leader in the energy services sector with over 20 years of industry experience. A mother of two teenage girls, she is a strong advocate for women’s health in the workplace and its role in creating healthier families and better work–life balance. Her passion for health and fitness underpins her approach to thriving both professionally and personally as a single parent

Dr. Nadira Rambocas

Dr. Nadira Rambocas is a medical practitioner specializing in dermatology, aesthetic medicine, and cosmetic sciences. She operates Aniya Aesthetic Ltd and practices at Medical Associates, St. Joseph. She is an advocate for women’s health and social equity, leading the Crown Her TT Initiative to combat period poverty and collaborating internationally on eliminating mercury from skincare products.

Dr . Safeeya Mohammed

Dr. Safeeya Mohammed is the CEO of SISU Global Wellness and a dedicated leader in behaviour change, resilience development, and AQ (Adversity Quotient) training. As a certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, she empowers individuals and organizations to build resilience, strengthen leadership capacity, and achieve sustainable personal and professional growth. Passionate about transformation and well-being, Dr. Mohammed helps people unlock their full potential through practical strategies and impactful training.

Dr .Christine Descartes

Dr. Christine Descartes is a Lecturer in Psychology and Coordinator of the Psychology Programme at the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine. A specialist in Developmental Psychology, her research focuses on child and adolescent development, youth mental health, parenting, and child maltreatment. She is committed to culturally relevant interventions for Caribbean children and families and contributes to interdisciplinary research, policy development, and child welfare initiatives.

Meet Our Panelists: Panel 2

Dr. Brittany Deane

Dr. Brittany Deane (MBBS, ISSA-CPT, PNL1) is a medical doctor, international athlete, and Co-Founder and Chief Performance Officer of BioSyncX, a physician-led company focused on health optimization, performance, and longevity. She serves as Vice President of the Health and Nutrition Association of Trinidad and Tobago and is widely known as The Lunchtime Doctor on Freedom 106.5 FM, where she simplifies medical science for the public. A strong advocate for women’s health and leadership, her work focuses on preventative medicine, metabolic health, and sustainable performance.

Dr. Roshni Bissoondatt

Dr. Roshni Bissoondatt is a Consultant OBGYN at Southern Medical Clinic, with experience in over 500 deliveries and numerous gynecological surgeries. An advocate for women’s health, she supports period education, menopause awareness, and community outreach through schools, temples, churches, and mosques. Founder of Living Lady, she shares insights via podcasts and patient updates. Dr. Bissoondatt trained at UWI and completed her specialty in the UK through the Cambridge Deanery.

Ms. Sheresa Rahim

Ms. Sheresa Rahim is the Managing Director of Inspire23 Ltd and Founder of Inspire All Foundation, an entrepreneur, and a passionate PCOS advocate.

With a background in psychology and a deep commitment to advocacy, Sheresa uses her voice and lived experience to raise awareness about PCOS, champion women’s health, and inspire resilience in communities across Trinidad & Tobago. Her work bridges business, mental well-being, and social impact, emphasizing that women’s health is not only physical, but also emotional and systemic.

Mrs. Kyrie Homer Kimraj

Kyrie-Aarti Homer-Kimraj is a Holistic Wellness Consultant with 15 years of experience in women’s health and chronic disease management. She is a certified yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner, massage therapist, and Registered Dietitian, combining her expertise to provide personalized, integrative care. Kyrie-Aarti helps clients achieve balance in mind, body, and lifestyle, empowering them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Ms. Mariah Ramharack

A media and communications professional, she currently serves as a Marketing and Communications Consultant at TSTT. She previously worked as a TV Presenter and Producer at SportsMax TV, hosting and producing major sports programmes and international event draws for CONCACAF, and collaborating with Sky Sports.

Her experience also includes broadcasting, lecturing, and journalism roles across Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica, reflecting her strong background in media, communication, and public engagement.

Meet Our Panelists: Panel 3

Dr. Sandi Arthur

Dr. Sandi Arthur is a dedicated Family Physician with over 18 years of medical practice. Originally from Barbados, she has spent the majority of her career serving communities in Trinidad and Tobago, focusing on preventative medicine and health promotion. Dr. Arthur takes a patient-centered approach, emphasizing overall wellness and proactive care. Beyond her medical practice, she enjoys reading, engaging in outdoor activities, and spending quiet time reflecting and recharging, bringing balance and mindfulness to both her professional and personal life.

Ms. Crista Daniel

A Strategic Communications and Gender Advocacy Consultant with over 20 years of regional experience, Crista has led transformative work across the Caribbean in public education, behaviour change communication, gender equality, human rights, and climate justice. Her work bridges strategy and storytelling, shaping public discourse, empowering vulnerable communities, and advancing women’s leadership.

Following a life-changing breast cancer diagnosis in 2021, Crista deepened her commitment to building stronger, more inclusive systems of care. Today, she brings both professional expertise and lived resilience to conversations on women’s health.

Ms. Lisaan Dipchan

Lisaan Dipchan is an Executive and Success Coach and Managing Director of Mindful Resolutions. With a professional background in the energy sector and a passion for leadership development, she works closely with leaders, executives, and management teams to strengthen confidence, communication, emotional intelligence, and strategic influence.

Her work supports leaders in navigating complexity, leading with clarity, and building sustainable impact while redefining success on their own terms. Lisaan is deeply committed to advancing women in leadership and creating spaces where women lead with authenticity, conviction, and purpose across the Caribbean.

Ms. Gail Figaro

Gail Figaro is the Principal Consultant of Phi-Onyx Services Ltd. and Senior Director of Operations at iQor Trinidad Limited, with over 25 years of experience across Energy, ICT, Financial, Maritime, BPO, and general industry sectors. An Organizational Psychologist, Executive Coach, DEIB Specialist, and Chartered Business Excellence Professional, Gail has led regional teams to win multiple national awards and is passionate about mentoring and leadership development. She anchors her work in servant and situational leadership, balancing professional excellence with her most cherished role as a mother.

Dr. Vanessa Harry

Vanessa Harry is a Senior Lecturer and Head of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine. She completed her specialist training in the United Kingdom and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG) and an accredited subspecialist in Gynaecology-Oncology.

Awarded a Doctorate of Medicine in 2012 for her research in gynaecological cancers, she is widely published, serves as an editor of the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and contributes as a columnist for the Trinidad Guardian.

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