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] The 3rd National Family Safety Summit, taking place from 17–20 February 2026 in Perth/Boorloo, brings together the leaders driving the next wave of reform across justice, health, housing, policing, child protection, community services, ACCOs and government. Register today.
“Voices Against Violence Podcast”, 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, providing a platform for prominent voices from different regions of the world to share their experiences with a global audience.
Register now for the NGO CSW December Monthly Meeting! This meeting via Zoom will be addressing the structural barriers in gender equality.
All Medical Women’s Society members are invited to attend the AFMW 2025 AGM being held via Zoom or in person in Kingston, ACT, Sat 6 December 2025. If you wish to attend, please register your interest with [email protected].
[EVENT] Save The Date – The National Rural Health Conference is the pre‑eminent event in Australia for information and inspiration about rural and remote health and wellbeing. The 18th NRHC is being held in Adelaide 14-16 Sept, 2026.
“The ANU Medical Student Women’s Juggle Event 2025 was more than an evening of connection—it was a vibrant mixture of shared wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt dialogue. With doctors and medical students gathered under one roof, the event created a safe and inspiring space to explore the many facets of life in medicine.” Dr Betty Ge, AFMW National Coordinator
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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