About Us
The Call to Rise
A movement born from lived experience
— guiding women to rise with clarity, calm, and purpose.
There comes a moment when the life you’ve built no longer feels like the life you’re meant to live.
For us, that moment became a movement.
Queen Be Rising was born from lived experience — from the quiet collapse that so many women face when the weight of doing, caring, and striving finally outgrows their energy to sustain it.
What began as a personal search for calm became a collective call to rise — to reclaim joy, meaning, and a sense of self that no longer depends on keeping everyone else happy.
We exist to help women navigate the complex transitions of midlife with evidence-based, trauma-informed guidance that honours the whole self — mind, body, and spirit.
Our work blends research, somatic wisdom, and grounded coaching practice to support transformation that is sustainable, embodied, and deeply human.
This is not about fixing what’s broken.
It’s about remembering what’s true.
It’s about rising — together.
The Rising Feminine Framework
An evidence-based, trauma informed pathway to embodied transformation
The Rising Feminine Framework is our signature approach — a trauma-informed, somatic model guiding women through six cyclical phases of transformation.
It draws on neuroscience, adult learning, and embodied wisdom to restore balance, agency, and authentic power.
Each stage invites a different kind of remembering:
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Root – Grounding in your body’s wisdom; cultivating safety, presence, and connection.
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Remember – Re-awakening your true nature from beneath roles and expectations, by releasing and realigning.
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Reclaim – Taking back your voice, boundaries, and self-trust.
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Reignite – Awakening joy, creativity, and energy after burnout.
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Rise – Stepping forward with clarity and confidence, aligned to your values.
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Radiate – Living and leading from wholeness, sharing your light with others.
Together, these phases create sustainable transformation — not as a straight line, but as a living rhythm of growth, reflection, and renewal.
Root
Root
Grounding in your body’s wisdom; cultivating safety, presence, and connection.
Meditation and somatic practices combined with trauma informed coaching.
Remember
Remember
Re-awakening the truth of who you are beneath roles and expectations.
Releasing stuck energies and emotions and relaigning with our values and personal integrity.
Reclaim
Reclaim
Taking back your voice, boundaries, and self-trust.
Exploring energy and personal power leaks, sealing them up through aligned boundaries, somatic practics and strength training the Rising Feminine way
Reignite
Reignite
Awakening joy, creativity, and energy without burnout.
Playing and creating with art and nature, building our energy and resilience through meditation and somatic practices..
Rise
Rise
Stepping forward with clarity and confidence, aligned to your values.
Bringing all our practices together to strengthen ourselves with joy and connection.
Radiate
Radiate
Living and leading from wholeness, sharing your light with others.
Moving into our purpose with clear intention and support.
Our Social Enterprise Ethos
Purpose in every action.
Queen Be Rising exists to empower women and students to recognise the strengths and wisdom they already hold — and to rebuild confidence, direction, and purpose as they navigate life’s transitions.
As a certified social enterprise, we reinvest our profits — and our time — into creating trauma-informed, evidence based programs, scholarships, and resources that make transformation accessible to all.
Our work operates through two complementary streams:
• Learn2Learn (Learn Grow Become) supports students entering or returning to tertiary education, with a focus on disadvantaged and Indigenous learners. The programs deliver practical, strengths-based tools to build academic confidence, learning strategies, and a sense of belonging. Evidence based and research validated our flagship Learn2Learn program has proven results including improving mental wellbeing, use of personalised learning strategies and an average 10% increase in grades. Our suite of programs includes a culturally appropriate, wrap-around version co-designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Queen Be Rising supports women navigating midlife transitions — particularly perimenopause and menopause — through group coaching, guided programs, free menopause resources and community spaces that rebuild wellbeing, identity, and life direction.
To date, we’ve invested more than we’ve earned — dedicating hundreds of volunteer hours and self-funded resources to develop evidence-based tools, free courses, and community events that help people rise from the inside out.
Our impact extends far beyond metrics: every time a woman or student reconnects with their confidence and sense of possibility, it creates a ripple of change through families, workplaces, and communities.
Our mission aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals — Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 5 (Gender Equality) — to create lasting, inclusive impact.
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Different pathways. One purpose.
Helping people rise — in education, in confidence, and in life.
Learn2Learn
Building confidence, belonging, and capability for learners of all ages.
Learn2Learn was created to help students thrive — not just academically, but personally.
We know that returning to study, or starting for the first time, often brings self-doubt, fear, and overwhelm.
Our program uses evidence-based learning design, coaching principles, and strengths-based psychology to build confidence, learning strategies, and self-belief.
Learn2Learn has supported students across universities and partner organisations, including those from disadvantaged and Indigenous backgrounds.
A culturally appropriate, wrap-around version was co-designed with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to ensure safety, inclusion, and relevance.
Through self-paced modules, workshops, and reflective tools, learners build the habits and mindset to succeed — not just in study, but in life.
Queen Be Rising
Supporting women to rise through the transitions of midlife — and beyond.
Queen Be Rising exists to help women move through the physical, emotional, and identity shifts of midlife with calm, clarity, and courage.
Through our Rising Feminine Framework — a trauma-informed, somatic model of transformation — we support women to reconnect with their inner wisdom, rebuild self-trust, and reclaim joy and purpose.
Our programs and community spaces provide both structure and softness: evidence-based learning, embodied practices, and meaningful connection with others who understand this time of change.
We work with individuals, workplaces, and communities to spark new conversations about women’s wellbeing, menopause, and identity — reshaping what midlife can mean for the next generation.
Meet Tanya — Founder, Midlife Mentor & Fire-Starter
I founded Queen Be Rising — and its sister program Learn2Learn — from my own turning points.
After years of leadership and achievement, I reached a moment where success no longer felt aligned with who I was. I had the titles, the roles, and the responsibilities, but somewhere in the middle of it all, I lost my sense of self.
That unraveling became a catalyst. Through study, reflection, and somatic practice, I began to understand that what we often call “crisis” is actually an invitation — a chance to root deeper, remember who we are, and rise into what’s next.
Today, my work brings together more than two decades of experience across leadership, education, and behavioural science. I’ve designed and delivered learning programs for universities, social enterprises, and national organisations — helping thousands of people build confidence, direction, and wellbeing.
My approach is trauma-informed and whole-of-self — combining evidence-based frameworks, nervous system regulation, and embodied wisdom.
But at its heart, it’s simple: we rise when we feel safe, seen, and supported to become who we already are inside.
Values & Philosophy: What We Stand For
At Queen Be Rising, our values are lived, not laminated.
They reflect the way we teach, coach, and create change — through research-based practice, trauma-informed awareness, and the wisdom that only lived experience can bring.
We’ve walked this path ourselves, and we know that real transformation asks for both courage and compassion.
Radical Self-Belief
We believe growth begins when we stop asking for permission to be ourselves.
We help women and learners rebuild their truth from the inside out — dismantling the doubt, fear, and conditioning that keep us small — and rebuilding unshakable confidence from within.
Embodied Learning
Growth is a whole-of-self experience.
We combine neuroscience and evidence-based frameworks with somatic and reflective practice so that learning isn’t just understood — it’s felt, lived, and sustained.
Lived Experience as Wisdom
We don’t teach theory from the sidelines — we teach what we’ve lived.
Our programs are shaped by real journeys through burnout, reinvention, and resilience, turning experience into expertise and empathy into empowerment.
Integrity in Action
Impact means nothing without honesty.
From how we reinvest our profits to how we hold space, we act with transparency, accountability, and alignment between word and deed.
We design everything with accessibility, cultural respect, and representation in mind — because belonging is a prerequisite for learning and healing.
Connection & Community
We rise stronger together.
Whether it’s a classroom, a coaching circle, or an online program, every Queen Be Rising space is built on authenticity, belonging, and the belief that collective support accelerates individual change.
Purposeful Rebellion
We challenge the narratives that limit women’s power, worth, and wellbeing.
This isn’t rebellion for the sake of noise — it’s rebellion with intention: strong, conscious, and anchored in a vision of equity, agency, and possibility.
These are more than words — they’re the principles we practice every day.
Recognition, Partners & Supporters
Because rising together means building with others who share our purpose.
Our work is strengthened by the people and organisations who believe in creating a more equitable, empowered world — where education, wellbeing, and opportunity are accessible to all.
We’re proud to stand beside visionary partners, funders, and supporters who help us extend our reach and deepen our impact.
Funders and Supporters
Partnerships and Collaborations
Media and Recognition
Education and Empowerment
Community and Connection
Because being seen, heard, and understood is powerful medicine.
You’ll find a supportive, judgment-free space to explore and express who you are.
Holistic Well-being and Transformation
We believe menopause is not the end of youth—it’s the beginning of deep power. This is your chance to step fully into your next evolution—with tools, guidance, and support that honour the whole of you.
Why Queen Be Rising Exists
Because far too many women enter midlife feeling invisible, burned out, or like time has run out.
We’re here to flip that script.
Queen Be Rising exists to:
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Reignite your sense of purpose and power
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Offer tools and support for real-life transformation
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Celebrate aging as a revolution, not a decline
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Build a fierce, nurturing community of rising women
Our Philosophy: Transform from the Inside Out
Because far too many women enter midlife feeling invisible, burned out, or like time has run out.
We’re here to flip that script.
Queen Be Rising exists to:
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Reignite your sense of purpose and power
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Offer tools and support for real-life transformation
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Celebrate aging as a revolution, not a decline
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Build a fierce, nurturing community of rising women
Core Values
Radical Self-Belief
Embodied Power
Community Over Comparison
Unapologetic Expression
Integrity & Impact
Social Impact Commitment
Queen Be Rising is committed to creating access, equity, and ripple effects of empowerment.
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We offer scholarships and sliding scale access to key programs
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We actively partner with organisations supporting women experiencing marginalisation, trauma, and transition
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A portion of all profits supports causes aligned with women’s mental health, economic justice, and leadership
Ready to Begin Your Rise?
Explore Free Tools in the Queen Be Library
Join the Rise Challenge
Step into Your Journey: Choose Your Path
Step into Your Journey: Choose Your Path
Explore Free Tools in the Queen Be Library
Join the Rise Challenge
FAQs
Is Queen Be right for me?
Queen Be is more than a community—it’s your midlife catalyst for change. We’re here for the growth-minded woman who’s ready to move beyond burnout, confusion or invisibility—and step boldly into her next, best chapter. Whether you’re dealing with brain fog, identity shifts, or wondering “What now?”—Queen Be offers a space to feel supported, seen, and empowered.
Why Does Queen Be Exist?
Because too many women navigate midlife in silence. Because the systems weren’t designed for us. Because you deserve more than just “coping.” We’re here to change the narrative. To provide knowledge, connection, and the kind of support that leads to real, lasting transformation.
How Does Queen Be Help?
We offer a range of support depending on where you’re at in your journey:
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Coaching programs for clarity, confidence, and personal growth
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Courses & tools to guide your transformation
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A nurturing online community where connection and real talk are always welcome
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Workshops & summits for learning, visibility, and leadership
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Resources that translate evidence-based insights into everyday language and action
– Want support on your journey? [See our Coaching Programs]
Where Did Queen Be Begin?
Queen Be was born out of both personal experience and deep professional insight. When Tanya Rutherford entered perimenopause, she—like many—felt confused and unseen. Her curiosity as a coach and learning designer led her to dig deeper, and what she found became the seed of something bigger.
Queen Be is her way of creating the support and learning space she wishes she had—one that’s inclusive, empowering, and transformation-focused.
– Inspired by Tanya’s story?
What We Stand For
Compassionate Curiosity
We believe in meeting ourselves and each other with gentleness and curiosity—not judgment.
Growth begins when we ask, “What’s really going on here?” and truly listen.
We honour the complexity of each woman’s journey and hold space for her to explore it with openness.
Empowerment through Education
Knowledge is power—but self-understanding is liberation.
We offer tools, insights, and learning pathways so you can trust your body, your choices, and your voice.
Because you deserve to become your own best advocate.
Real Connection
Healing and transformation don’t happen in isolation.
We create brave, inclusive spaces where women feel seen, supported, and never alone—spaces where laughter, truth, and vulnerability are welcome.
Real community is built on empathy, authenticity, and mutual respect.
Whole-of-Self Wellness
Mind. Body. Emotions. Spirit.
You are more than your symptoms, more than your roles.
We support the whole you—because well-being isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Together, we explore what well feels like—for you.
Purposeful Growth
Change is inevitable. Growth is intentional.
We don’t just help you cope—we help you turn transitions into turning points.
It’s about uncovering deeper meaning, finding your voice again, and choosing what’s next with clarity and confidence.
Collective Impact
When one woman rises, she brings others with her.
Your personal growth is powerful—and it’s part of something bigger.
Together, we’re rewriting the stories and shifting the systems that shape women’s lives.
We’re building a ripple effect of empowered changemakers.
Gratitude to Our Funders
This movement is made possible with support from our community and partners. Special thanks to our grant funders who believe in the power of rising women.
Your investment helps fuel access, impact, and global transformation — one Queen at a time.