Women, Health, & Innovation Conference

The Women. Health. Innovation. conference celebrated a successful launch in 2024 and is back in 2026.

This groundbreaking event converges the realms of women’s health, wellness, and innovation to explore solutions, foster collaboration, and drive advancements in the field.

The one-of-a-kind event empowers women with strong understanding and a guide for how they can lead their own health and wellness journey by bringing innovations to life and sharing with others.

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Conference Mission

Women’s Health and Wellness Challenges

The conference will dive into the unique health challenges that women face across the lifespan, focusing on mental, emotional and chronic physical conditions. By understanding these challenges, participants can better appreciate the specific areas where innovations can make a significant impact.

Innovation in Healthcare
Technology

Explore the latest innovations and technological advancements in healthcare. From diagnostics to treatment planning and personalized medicine, the conference showcases how innovation is revolutionizing the healthcare landscape, with a particular focus on benefiting women’s health and wellness.

Representation in Healthcare Innovation

Recognizing the importance of diversity in AI and technology development, the conference emphasizes the need for increased representation of women in research, engineering, and decision-making processes. It explores how diverse perspectives contribute to the development of more inclusive and effective healthcare solutions.

Collaboration &
Networking

This conference provides a platform for professionals, researchers, policymakers, and advocates to network and collaborate. Attendees can share insights, discuss challenges, and explore potential partnerships that can drive the implementation of innovations in women’s health.

Baljit Sidhu - Chair

Founder, Women, Health & Innovation President, Farm Fairy Foundation

Baljit Sidhu is a global advocate for women's health innovation and the founder of Women, Health & Innovation, a platform dedicated to accelerating collaboration, investment, and leadership in women's health. She convenes leaders across healthcare, technology, and policy to spotlight practical solutions, strengthen digital health ecosystems, and advance better outcomes for women across emerging markets and Africa.

Opening the summit at 1:00 PM

Farm Fairy Foundation

Our Panelists

Dr Dena van den Bergh

Healthcare Systems Specialist

Healthcare executive leader combining clinical expertise with systems engineering to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Prof Keymanthri Moodley

Bioethics Leader

Emeritus Professor at Stellenbosch University and globally recognised expert in bioethics and health policy.

Chelsea Hornby

Women’s Health Strategist

Founder of Elle International and INSIDEHER advancing menstrual health, perimenopause and menopause literacy across workplaces and communities.

Phanaso Mthethiwa

Marketing Manager | Board Director | Conversation Moderator

Phanaso Mthethiwa is a marketing manager and board director who believes in the power of dialogue to inspire meaningful change. Her work sits at the intersection of business, inclusion, and purpose, where she connects strategy, storytelling, and leadership to create spaces where diverse voices are heard and transformation can begin.

Suzette Ferreira

Founder, Proto Care

Health-tech entrepreneur building a patient‑centred digital ecosystem improving access, continuity of care and preventative health.

Who Should Attend?

Women leaders in Innovation, Technology and Research

Female Founders and funders in the area of women’s health and wellness

Professionals in health and wellness

Academia and researchers

Others interested in women’s health and wellness

Why You Need To Attend!

Empower yourself to manage your health and wellness journey.

Learn from thought leaders in Women’s Health and Wellness

Be inspired by women making an impact.

Connect with others to form potential collaborations, business opportunities or friendships

What People Are Saying

The audience at this women’s health and wellness conference was incredibly engaged and interested. Their enthusiasm and thoughtful questions made each session dynamic and rewarding. It was a pleasure to share my insights with such an attentive group, and I left feeling inspired by their passion and commitment to wellness.

Hillary

Attendee

The inaugural Women’s Health Conference was truly inspiring, thanks to the engaged audience and phenomenal speakers. Their passion, expertise, and dedication to advancing and innovating women’s health left a lasting impression.

Reema

Attendee

We are thrilled by the overwhelming success of our inaugural event. At the time it was conceived, I had an idea to focus on Women, Health, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence and realized it was the first of its kind. That the conference exceeded expectations has inspired us to take it to the next level. We look forward to building on this platform to inspire and empower even more women.

Baljit

Conference Orgranizer

The first Women’s Health Conference was a resounding success, fostering countless innovative ideas and collaborations among attendees, speakers and even us as organizers. The energy and enthusiasm was magic, as connections were made, insights were shared, and partnerships formed all of which will drive significant advancements. We are excited to see these collaborations continue.

Shann

Conference Organizer

The speakers at this women’s health and wellness conference were truly inspiring. Their insights and stories ignited a passion within me to pursue my goals with renewed vigor. Each session was a powerful reminder of the impact we can make. I left feeling motivated and ready to take action.

Ranjit

Attendee

I left the inaugural WHI event, inspired, empowered and called to action by women who are doing incredibly impactful things, making their mark, creating their space and driving transformative change for good. The ripple effects from the relationships made have been and continue to yield positive connections & opportunities beyond expectations. Behold the power of women, it’s an amazing thing.

Marieta

Conference Organizer

Women, Health, & Innovation
Conference 2026:

Advancing Women's Health Innovation – Cape Town

Women, Health, & Innovation Conference

Conference Mission

Women’s Health and Wellness Challenges

Innovation in Healthcare
Technology

Representation in Healthcare Innovation

Collaboration &
Networking