The Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW) is a not for profit, politically neutral, non sectarian, non government organisation that seeks to improve the health of all Australians, especially the health of women and children.
AFMW is a member of the Australasian Institute of Digital Health, Australian Women’s Coalition, partners with Doctors for the Environment Australia and is affiliated with Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA), Advancing Women in Healthcare Leadership (AWHL) and Climate and Health Alliance in Australia (CAHA).
We have a network of affiliated Australian state and territory societies:
[EVENT] IHAN invite you to attend a Free Virtual Parallel Event Co-Sponsored with: National School of Medicine, The University of Notre Dame Australia and Fordham Institute for Women and Girls, Fordham University, New York. Webinar to be held Saturday 14 March 9.30am-11.30am (Sydney). Register today
When we invest in the wellbeing of the medical workforce, we are ultimately investing in the quality and safety of care delivered to the community.
On 15 February 2026, the Canberra community came together to celebrate the retirement of Dr Clara Tuck Meng Soo, marking the close of an extraordinary 35-year career in general practice.
“If you are concerned about peace, security and gender equality, we invite you to join us at the Peace & Gender Equality Working Group. ” NGO CSW/NY
“Voices Against Violence”, a new podcast produced by NGO CSW/NY, seeks to amplify voices, share experiences, highlight innovative approaches, and raise awareness of global efforts to end gender-based violence.
“Survivors of sexual abuse welcome the ‘monumental shift’ in how courts approach sentencing, while others say it could limit defendants’ rights.” Penry Buckley, The Guardian
Join a passionate and dedicated group of women working towards equitable personal and professional opportunities for medical women and equal health care for all, especially women and children.
Support and further professional development of ACT and Region female colleagues, including medical students.
For 99 years, MWS NSW has been the peak representative body for medical women (including students!) in New South Wales.
No matter where you are in your medical career, VIC MWS is here to support you.
Supporting QLD medical women and advocating for equitable health for all, especially women and children.
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