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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - Return to Work or School Debrief
DESCRIPTION:AFMW President\, Dr Sarah Coll (She/Her) Yirrganydji Country\, invites you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”.  \nOur next chat “Return to Work or School Debrief“‘ will be held Thurs 8 Feb 2024\, 8pm-9pm AEDT (Melb/Syd/ACT) / 7pm-8pm AEDT (Qld)\, hosted by Dr Desiree Yap Swei Lien AM. Please join us if you are a medical woman – non-members welcome! \n  \nAbout The Host\nDr Desiree Yap Swei Lien AM is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist who has retired into gynaecology only with public health qualifications. Desiree has been a medical doctor for over 30 years with a varied career with an emphasis on women’s health and health advocacy and the professional development of women in medicine. Desiree’s was made a Member of the Order of Australia for her ‘significant service to women’s health\, and to medicine.’\nIn 2022\, Kate was appointed as a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia for services to the medical profession and women’s health. \nRead Dr Desiree Yap Swei Lien’s Herstory >> \n  \n  \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n  \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please join us on the evening via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-return-to-work-or-school-debrief/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231219T030000
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SUMMARY:Climate\, Migration and Poverty | NGO CSW/NY December Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NGO CSW/NY’s December Monthly Meeting will focus on climate-related forced migration and its connections to the CSW68 Priority and Review Themes. \nFollowing the conclusions around climate held in the COP 28 Outcome Declaration on Climate\, Relief\, Recovery\, and Peace\, this meeting aims to fill in the gaps from the COP 28 process and highlight the needs\, priorities\, and promising solutions for addressing the multiple intersecting challenges of climate\, migration and poverty. \nPanel discussants will provide global and local perspectives on the gender dimensions of climate and poverty\, and will present alternative solutions for collective action. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the panelists through a Q&A segment\, and the floor will then be opened for a guided interactive discussion centered on framing advocacy and strengthening coalitions in preparation for addressing these issues during CSW 68. \n  \nDetails\nDate: Tuesday\, 19 December 2023\nTime: 3am – 4am AEDT\nLocation: Virtual on Zoom \n  \nRegister\nVirtual on Zoom \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/climate-migration-and-poverty-ngo-csw-ny-december-meeting/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231120T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20231029T062327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T063420Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Stethoscope: A Life-Career Balancing Act | AMA
DESCRIPTION:Are you a medical professional juggling the demands of a thriving career with the joys and responsibilities of family life? Or are you considering starting a family? \nJoin the “Beyond the Stethoscope: A Life-Career Balancing Act\,”  event hosted by AMA Victoria and the Women in Medicine Committee being held in Melbourne 20 November 2023. \nEngage in a thought-provoking panel discussion and gain insights into how to balance your medical career with family life whilst indulging in a 3-course dinner at the exquisite Lyceum Club Melbourne. \n  \nMeet The Esteemed Panel of Experts\n\nAdj Prof Karen Price: Accomplished GP and Immediate Past President RACGP.\nA/Prof Kate Stern: Renowned Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist.\nDr Jasmina Kevric: BreastSurg ANZ Fellow & Victorian Junior Doctor of the Year 2022.\nDr Cecilia Xiao: GP Registrar and Victoria Faculty Council Member RACGP.\nMs Sue Jackel: AMA Victoria Workplace Relations Consultant.\n\nModerated by Dr Linda Schachter (Respiratory and Sleep Physician and Chair AMAV WIM Committee) and Dr Sarah Arachchi (Paediatrician and AMAV WIM Committee member). \n  \nMeet outstanding female trailblazers in medicine\nMeet trailblazers A/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM and Dr Desiree Yap AM and congratulate Dr John Gormon\, as they are presented with prestigious AMA Awards by our special guest\, AMA Federal President Professor Steve Robson. \n  \nDetails\nDate: Monday\, November 20\, 2023 \nVenue: The Lyceum Club Melbourne\, Ridgway Place\, Melbourne \nTime: 6:30 PM for a 7:00 PM start \nDress Code: Smart Casual \n  \nTickets/ More Information\nVisit the AMA Vic event page \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/beyond-the-stethoscope-a-life-career-balancing-act-ama/
LOCATION:The Lyceum Club Melbourne\, Ridgway Place\, Mlebourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231118T123000
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SUMMARY:AFMW 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) + President's Awards
DESCRIPTION:Dear AFMW Members\, \nYou are warmly invited to the next AFMW Annual General Meeting for the triennium which will be held in person at the Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre\, Melbourne (and via Zoom TBC)\, Saturday 18 November 2023.  In keeping with previous years\, the AFMW President’s awards will also be given and we will have the opportunity to listen to a short presentation from each  of the recipients. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members! Please RSVP with your attendance or apology. \n  \nDetails\n\nDate: Saturday 18th November\, 2023\nTime: 10am-12:30pm (Melbourne/Canberra/Sydney); 9am-11.30am (Brisbane)\nWhere: Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre\, Melbourne (and online via Zoom\, TBC)\nJoin Zoom Meeting: Link to be emailed to members following RSVP.\n\nRSVP\nPlease RSVP if you can attend or not\, by emailing secretary@afmw.org.au. \nAgenda\nAGM\n10am (AEDT) \n1. TBC \n  \nAFMW President’s Awards 2023\n11.30am (AEDT) \nThis year’s recipients are: \n\nPresident’s Award 2023 – Dr Marjorie Cross OAM\nPresident’s Award for Excellent Service to the Health of the Nation and the profession through numerous roles and to the Australian Federation of Medical Women.\nPresident’s Award 2023 – Dr Anne Myers\nPresident’s Honour In recognition of excellent contribution to the health of women and the community.\nYoung President’s Award  2023 – Dr Katrina Harris\nPresident’s Young AFMW Award In recognition of excellent contribution to Victorian Medical Women’s Society and AFMW.\n\n  \n\nPlease note that the AFMW AGM business meeting is open to members only. \n\nSubmit Discussion Items\nIf there are any items you wish to discuss\, please email to secretary@afmw.org.au. \n\nOffice Bearers / Council Nominations 2023-2026 [NOW CLOSED]\nPlease be advised the end of this triennium is 18 November 2023. \nNominations from AFMW members for vacancies are now invited. \nCurrent Council members are invited to renominate. \nPlease notify the AFMW secretary of your intentions by completing the Nomination form \nAll submissions are to be received by the AFMW Secretary midnight\, 7th October 2023. \n  \nDownload the Nomination form [Nominations Closed]\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/afmw-2023-annual-general-meeting-agm/
LOCATION:Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre\, 251 Faraday Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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SUMMARY:WONCA Sydney World Conference 2023 | RACGP
DESCRIPTION:WONCA 2023 is being hosted by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and will include everything you love about your RACGP annual GP conference. It offers a dynamic program of accredited activities including pre-conference workshops\, clinical skills updates\, CPR workshops and sessions for practice owners. \nThis will be the first time since 2002 that Australia has hosted the WONCA conference and only the third time since Australia hosted the first global conference in 1972. \nHeld from 26 to 29 October at Sydney’s International Convention Centre\, the conference will offer a dynamic program to share research and build best practice. \nThemed around recovery\, reconnection and revival in primary care\, WONCA 2023 will provide a unique opportunity to connect and network with local and international colleagues. \n  \n\n  \nDetails\nDate: 26–29 October 2023 \nLocation: Sydney’s International Convention Centre \n  \nRegister / More Information\nVisit the Wonca2023 event page \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/wonca-sydney-world-conference-2023-racgp/
LOCATION:ICC Sydney\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231012T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231012T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230930T010012Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - AFMW Fireside Chat 12 Oct 2023
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”. Our next ‘chat’ will be held Thursday 12 Oct 2023\, 8pm-9pm AEDT (Melb/Syd/ACT) / 7pm-8pm AEST (Qld)\, hosted by Dr Kate Duncan AM. Please join us if you are a medical woman – non-members welcome! \n  \nAbout The Host\nDr Kate Duncan AM is a mentor to many and recently tried to retire\, but instead has filled her time relieving over burdened colleagues in Victoria\, Canberra and NSW\, whilst also agreeing to lead the governance overhaul of our nearly 100 year old organisation\, AFMW. \nIn 2022\, Kate was appointed as a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia for services to the medical profession and women’s health. \nRead Dr Kate Duncan’s Herstory >> \n  \n  \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please join us on the evening via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-afmw-fireside-chat-12-oct-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231011T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231011T190000
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SUMMARY:A duty to care: Mental health service responses to family violence | RANZCP
DESCRIPTION:Adjunct Professor Manjula O’Connor\, author of Daughters of Durga Founding Director AustralAsian Centre for Human Rights and Health and recipient of the Meritorious Award from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ( Vic) 2023\, has coordinated this important session\, which I am participating in and am looking forward to lending the GP perspective to. Please share with your networks. \nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM\nPresident AFMW \n\nAbout The Webinar\nA duty to care: Mental health service responses to family violence\n(Including diverse populations experiencing family violence) \nExperiences of family domestic violence\, although not a mental health diagnosis can cause\, and exacerbate mental health problems\, and pose serious risk to self or others. \nEven though survivors are more likely to tell health professionals than others about intimate partner violence\, it is rare that such disclosure occurs spontaneously. Psychiatrists have a duty to care\, and must be open to the possibility of family violence at all times. \nHow common is FV in your practice? Are you more likely to see survivors? What about those from culturally diverse backgrounds? Or people who use violence? What is the trajectory of a survivor\, starting from a General Practitioners consulting room\, a referral\, followed by experience in psychiatric setting\, risk assessment\, safety planning and further referral pathways? \nThe webinar will address the above questions. \nWebinar presented by RANZCP Family Violence Psychiatry Network \n  \nDetails\nDate: 6pm AEST 11 October 2023 \nLocation: Online \n  \nRegister\nVisit the RANZCP event page \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/a-duty-to-care-mental-health-service-responses-to-family-violence-ranzcp/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T200000
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SUMMARY:AFMW Council Meeting - 19 September 2023
DESCRIPTION:The next AFMW Council Meeting will be held Tuesday 19 September 2023. \nDate: Tuesday 19th SEPT 2023 \nTime: 8pm AEST \nVenue: Online (Zoom) \nTopic: AFMW Council Meeting SEPT \nPlease RSVP to secretary@afmw.org.au if you can attend or not. You are still welcome to join on the night via the zoom link regardless of RSVP. \n  \nOffice Bearers / Council Nominations 2023-2026\nPlease be advised the end of this triennium is 18 November 2023. \nNominations from AFMW members for vacancies are now invited. \nCurrent Council members are invited to renominate. \nPlease notify the AFMW secretary of your intentions by completing the Nomination form \nAll submissions are to be received by the AFMW Secretary midnight\, 7th October 2023. \n  \nDownload the Nomination form\n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/afmw-council-meeting-19-sept-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Council Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Australia’s doctors – driving action on climate change | AMA & DEA
DESCRIPTION:AMA & DEA invite you to attend this year’s webinar on Tuesday 12 September 2023 at 7-9 pm (AEST)\, where presenters will discuss the urgent need for the Australian healthcare sector to act by prioritising the transition away from greenhouse gas emissions and rapidly reducing the healthcare sector’s carbon footprint. \n  \nAbout The Webinar\nAustralia’s leading doctors call on all Australian governments and the healthcare sector to prioritise climate mitigation and adaptation policies to protect the health of present and future generations. \nThe Australian Medical Association and Doctors for the Environment Australia’s annual webinar Australia’s doctors – driving action on climate change brings sustainability experts and the medical colleges together\, to report on activities underway across the medical profession to embed sustainability and reduce emissions in health care. \nThe webinar represents a deep dive into sustainability where we will hear from our Chief Medical Officer\, Prof Paul Kelly who will highlight the work of the National Sustainability Unit and the need for a Health in All Policies approach. He will be joined by the AMA president\, Prof Steve Robson\, DEA’s Chair Dr John Van Der Kallen\, DEA’s Sustainability group co-chair Dr Eugenie Kayak and Dr Kate Charlesworth senior advisor of the Climate Risk & Net Zero Unit at NSW Health. Delegates from multiple medical colleges will outline the sustainability work within their speciality. \nThe human health costs of global heating are rapidly rising\, with ever increasing morbidity and mortality associated with heat waves\, extreme weather events and other climate health impacts\, both in Australia and across the globe. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources will have immediate health benefits through reducing pollution and many illnesses\, as well as mitigating against future health impacts of climate change. \n  \nDetails\nDate:  12 September 2023 \nTime: 7pm – 9pm AEST \nLocation: Online \n  \nTickets\nSecure your ticket here (free) \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/australias-doctors-driving-action-on-climate-change-ama-dea/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Doctors for the Environment Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230909T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230909T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230813T215110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T002140Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Queers: Queer Health Panel and Networking Event | VMWS
DESCRIPTION:About\nThe Victorian Medical Women’s Society (VMWS) is excited to host an upcoming all gender inclusive Queer Health Panel and Networking Event for queer and ally doctors and medical students in Melbourne. \nThe event has 2 primary aims:\n\n\n To promote awareness\, interest and discussions about queer health\, specifically\, which areas of queer health doctors should consider and familiarise themselves on\, resources which are available for professional development and how to deliver safe and inclusive communication.\nTo help build networks/community/mentorships/friendships for queer doctors\, especially those in Victoria and female or non-binary identifying doctors and medical students. The event will have an approximately 30 mins panel session in which they were will some pre-thought out questions asked by the host\, as well as\, audience questions. This will be followed by a catered networking opportunity. The event is just following the conclusion of the Australian Lesbian and Same-Sex Attracted Medical Association’s (ALMA) annual conference and thus we anticipate attendance from some Victorian and non-Victorian members as well.\n\n  \nDate and Time\nDate: Saturday 9th September  2023\nTime: 3:30pm-5:30pm\nLocation: Boyd Community Centre\, 207 City Road\, Southbank VIC 3006 \n  \nTicketing Details\nVMWS Member: Free (purchase tickets here)\nNon-member: $20 (purchase ticket here)\nIf you’re not a VMWS member\, please join here. \n  \n \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/know-your-queers-queer-health-panel-and-networking-event-vmws/
LOCATION:Boyd Community Centre\, 207 City Road\, Southbank\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VMWS Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230907T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230907T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230828T003241Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - AFMW Fireside Chat 7 Sept 2023
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”. Our next ‘chat’ will be held Thursday 7 Sept 2023\, 8:00-9:00PM AEST\, hosted by Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM. Please join us if you are a medical woman – non-members welcome! \n  \nAbout The Host\nA/ Prof Magdalena Simonis is the President of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW) and a mentor for the National Women in Digital Health Mentoring and Leadership program. Magdalena is a full time general practitioner\, government health advisor\, board director\, and researcher\, examiner\, educator with the University of Melbourne Department of General Practice and a leading women’s health expert and gender advocate. \nHer other appointments include the National Endometriosis Expert Advisory Group\, the National Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy Expert Advisory Group\, and a member of the Technical Expert Advisory Group to review the regulation of Cosmetic Surgery. She is Board Director of the Melbourne Teaching Health Clinics (MTHC) University of Melbourne and a member of the Breast Cancer Network Australia ( BCNA)\, Strategy and Policy Advisory Group. \nMagdalena is a life member of the RACGP and longstanding member of the Expert Committee for Quality Care for RACGP. In 2022\, she was elected the Australian Medical Association (AMA) Federal Council Representative for General Practice. \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n \n  \nIn Kindness\,\nMagdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW  \n  \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please join us on the evening via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-afmw-fireside-chat-7-sept-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
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SUMMARY:Women’s Health Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:This is the 13th year of the Jean Hailes health promotion program\, Women’s Health Week. AFMW President\, A/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM has been busy presenting at three events. \n  \nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM Presentation Schedule\n \nWomen’s Health Q&A – 7 Sept\nOn Thursday 7th September\, I will present in a Q&A at the University of Melbourne\, repeating the previous year’s successful session. These sessions provide a unique opportunity for students to have all their health questions answered by a leader in women’s health. It’s a joy taking questions from the audience; it’s a bit like consulting in my rooms but answering to more people! \nThese are casual and interactive sessions\, covering the important health checks you need and when\, as well as common conditions affecting women\, girls and gender diverse people\, like endometriosis\, heavy menstrual bleeding and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). After the initial presentation\, the floor opens up to the audience for more questions. \nRegister: https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/discover-unimelb/events/womens-health-QA \n  \n \nWomen’s Agenda Breakfast – 8 Sept\nOn Friday morning\, our Deputy Treasurer Dr Evelyn Konstantopoulos and I are invited guests at the Women’s Agenda breakfast\, with Assistant Minister Ged Kearney\, discussing women’s health issues. \n  \n \nGreek Australian Women’s Network – Women’s Health Seminar – 10 Sept\nOn Sunday\, September 10th\, I’m be finishing the week with my Greek Australian women’s group\, joined by experts sharing their insights in other fields. My focus will be on endometriosis to the Greek Australian Women’s Network in a webinar.\nRegister: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1112924 \n  \nAbout Women’s Health Week\nCelebrating its 10th anniversary in 2022\, Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of all women\, girls and gender-diverse people. \nEvery September\, over 200\,000 people gather in the boardrooms\, tearooms and community centres of Australia to share vital\, up-to-date health information. \nOnline\, the audience exceeds 5 million\, with over 1.6 million pageviews of the Jean Hailes website. Participants can host an event\, attend an event\, or simply sign up to our email list or social channels for evidence-based health information. \n  \nMore Information\nVisit the Women’s health Week website >>  \n  \nMore updates on these to come in our next ebulletin issues. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/womens-health-week-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230804T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Symposium 2023 | Women & Leadership Australia
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Women’s Leadership Melbourne Symposium 2023 is being held Friday 4th August 2023 at the Sofitel on Collins\, Naarm / Melbourne Victoria.  \nThrilled to be keynote speaker at this event. Save the date! \nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW \n\nAbout\nShowcasing a diverse mix of high-profile and respected thought leaders\, the Australian Women’s Leadership Symposiums have become synonymous with excellence and achievement across all facets of business and community leadership. \nAddressing topics such as gender equity\, leadership\, career advancement and life fulfillment\, the Symposiums represent an important annual opportunity for women to connect\, learn\, share their experiences and be inspired. \nThe Symposiums are held in Brisbane\, Canberra\, Melbourne\, Sydney and Online. \n  \nMelbourne Speakers\n \nDetails\nDate: 8:30am – 5:00pm Friday 4 August 2023 (AEST) \nLocation: Sofitel Melbourne on Collins\, Naarm\, 25 Collins St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000 \n  \nRegister / More Information\nVisit the Melbourne Symposium 2023 event page \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/melbourne-symposium-2023-women-leadership-australia/
LOCATION:Sofitel Melbourne on Collins\, 25 Collins St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230727T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230727T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:FRACKING WITH OUR HEALTH\, the health impacts of gas extraction | DEA AfterHours
DESCRIPTION:About The Webinar\nFracking and other forms of gas extraction are known to have multiple detrimental impacts on human health. There are direct impacts from the process itself\, like air and water pollution\, and gas also contributes to global warming and the climate crisis\, which is the greatest health threat facing humanity. \nDespite this\, Gas is big business in Australia. Australia is the largest exporter of LNG in the world and the industry continues to expand into new territory like the Beetaloo Basin and the Scarborough Gas field. \nThis webinar looks at the many serious effects of gas on human health. \nFor children\, this includes birth defects\, childhood cancers and asthma. For adults\, this includes heart failure\, heart attacks\, chronic lung disease\, many cancers and mental illness. These effects are often most felt locally and there is an ongoing struggle for First Nations peoples across this country\, who work to protect their land and communities from harm. \nFacilitated by Dr Kate Wylie\, the webinar will feature experts in this field. \n\nProfessor Melissa Haswell: Professor of Practice in Environmental Wellbeing at the Sydney Uni\,\nMr Jacob Hegedus: Research Assistant\, Deputy Vice Chancellor\, Indigenous Strategy and Services at Sydney Uni and Gumbaygnnirr man from the Northern Rivers whose community fought against fracking of their land and won\, and\nDr Arnagretta Hunter: Human Futures Fellow ANU College Health and Medicine.\n\nJoin for an informative and engaging deep dive into gas and health. \nAfterHours are free\, open to everyone and are CPD accredited activities for RACGP and ACCRM. \n  \nDetails\nDate / Time: 27 July 2023 /  7.30pm AEST \nLocation: Online \n  \nRegister\nVisit theAfterHours event page \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/fracking-with-our-health-the-health-impacts-of-gas-extraction-dea-afterhours/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Doctors for the Environment Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230722T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230722T171500
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Dyspareunia: A multidisciplinary 1 day workshop on sexual pain
DESCRIPTION:Following on from 5 years of running the successful 2 day course: “Let’s talk about sex: Sexuality and Sexual difficulties”\, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Monash University have developed a 1 day live\, online course on managing sexual pain to be held 22 July 2023. The course has been approved for CPD/CME hours for RACGP and RANZCOG. \nAFMW member\, Dr Desiree Yap AM is one of the speakers. \n  \n\nAbout\nSexual pain is one of the most commonly experienced sexual difficulties. This interactive 1-day online workshop will gather a multidisciplinary team of experts to discuss\, in detail\, the assessment and management of dyspareunia. It will include presentations as well as interactive case-based discussions inclusive of diversity of gender\, sexual orientation\, culture and clinical features. \nFormat: The morning will include 30 minute presentations from our multidisciplinary faculty of speakers\, with Q & A. In the afternoon\, we will discuss six cases across the lifespan\, inclusive of diversity of clinical features\, gender\, sexual orientation\, relationship status & structure\, and culture. We will take a biopsychosociocultural approach to each case. \nThis course has been approved for CPD/CME hours for RACGP and RANZCOG. Others are pending – see Monash University event page for updates. \n  \nDetails\nDate / Time: Saturday 22 July 2023 | 8.30am to 5.15pm (AEST)\nMode: Online\, live sessions (presentations and case studies) \n  \nRegister / More Information\nVisit the Monash University event for more details \n  \nSpeakers\nAll presenters have a special interest and wealth of experience in working with people with sexual pain. \n\nDr Sarah Ashton BA Psych (Hons)\, PhD (Preventive Medicine)\, MAPS Director & Principal Psychologist\, Sexual Health and Intimacy Psychological Services (SHIPS)\nDr Tanya Bohl MBBS FACD Gynaecological Dermatologist. Vulval Clinic\, Jean Hailes Foundation\, Private practice in Warragul\nDr Felicity Dent MBBS\, FRACGP\, CSCT\, Cert Sexual & Reproductive Health. Specialist Women’s Health General Practitioner\, Inner Western Melbourne.\nDr Megan Eddy MBBS B Physio(Hons) FRACGP FFPMANZCA Specialist Pain Medicine Physician\, Private practice – Western Pain Group\nDr Anita Elias MBBS FECSM FASPM Sexual Medicine specialist\, Relationship and Sex therapist. Sexual Medicine & Therapy Clinic Monash Health\, Monash University\, Malvern Psychotherapy Centre\nShan Morrison BAppSc(Phty)\, PostGradCert(Pelvic Floor)\, FACP Specialist Women’s\, Men’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. Director\, Women’s & Men’s Health Physiotherapy\nDr Desiree Yap AM MBBS FRANZCOG FRCOG MPHT Gynaecologist. Monash Health\, Clayton\, The Royal Women’s Hospital Parkville\, Empower Women’s Health\n\n  \n \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/deep-dive-into-dyspareunia-a-multidisciplinary-workshop-on-sexual-pain/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230714T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:iDEA 2023 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Doctors for the Environment Australia is pleased to announce its annual conference (iDEA) will this year be held at the University of Queensland in Brisbane over three days 14-16th July 2023. Early Bird Tickets are available now (as at 11 April 2023). \nQueensland is thrilled to be hosting for the first time since 2016\, and the iDEA committee look forward to welcoming you. DEA Members are invited to submit an abstract for a poster presentation at the conference. \n  \nABOUT\nThis year’s theme will be “Surviving and Thriving”\, as we aim to adapt to the challenges of the future while prioritising wellbeing in all spheres\, ranging from the individual to planetary. \nOur program commences on Friday 14 July with a 3 hour workshop by the Climate Media Centre\, followed by two days of academic sessions and workshops. \nDetails of our program and speaker profiles will be updated over the coming months and can be accessed on the iDEA Conference website. \n  \nABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS\nDEA Members are invited to submit an abstract for a poster presentation at the conference. The overall theme is ‘Surviving and Thriving’\, and there will be sessions on ecology\, environment and society\, community solutions/health and wellbeing\, health and sustainability and ethics and justice. \nAbstracts are welcome on any aspect of the conference theme. Abstracts should be no longer than 250 words\, not including title and author list. Abstracts should have a title\, author list as well as the 250 word abstract. Abstracts are due on Monday 8th May. If you have any questions\, please contact Linda Selvey at laselvey@gmail.com \n  \nDETAILS\nDate/Time: 14-16th July 2023 \nLocation: University of Queensland in Brisbane \n  \nTO BOOK\nConference tickets are available here. \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/idea-2023-conference/
LOCATION:The University of Queensland\, St Lucia\, QLD\, 4072\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Doctors for the Environment Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230713T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230713T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Prescribing Parenthood: Navigating the Journey of Starting a Family as a Doctor | VMWS
DESCRIPTION:About\nThe Victorian Medical Women’s Society (VMWS) is  excited to present their next event… PRESCRIBING PARENTHOOD: Navigating the Journey of Starting a Family as a Doctor! \n“We’re excited to invite you to a unique event focused on family planning for women in medicine who are thinking or planning on having children during their medical career. During the event\, you will hear from a panel of women who have successfully balanced their medical careers with having children at various stages of their lives. These doctors will share their personal stories\, highlighting the challenges and rewards of having children while pursuing a career in medicine. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion with the panel\, gaining practical advice and insights on how to make it work for you. \nIn addition to the personal stories\, there will be a talk on infertility in women in medicine. You will learn about recent data regarding the incidence of infertility\, pregnancy complications\, and breastfeeding practices among Australian and New Zealand doctors. You will also receive tips on how to communicate your family planning needs to your employer\, colleagues\, and patients\, as well as strategies for managing work-life balance. \nFurthermore\, we are thrilled to have a representative from AMA VIC in attendance\, who will provide valuable suggestions and resources to support you in your journey. They will offer insights on the available grants\, resources\, and policies that can help women in medicine navigate family planning and career advancement. \nLastly\, Dr Olivia Ong will conclude the event by sharing her wisdom and tips on wellbeing and family life. \nWe hope you’ll join us for an inspiring and informative event\, where you’ll connect with like-minded women and gain the knowledge and support you need to make informed choices about your family planning and medical career. We look forward to seeing you there!” \n  \nDate and Time\nDate: 13th July 2023\nTime: 1900-2030\nMode: Zoom \n  \nTopics and Speaker Details\n Personal experiences from women who had kids before/during/after training\nDr Jacki Dunning\nDr Melinda Pattanasri \n Infertility amongst women in Medicine in Australia\nDr Jasmina Kevric \n How to break the news to MWF – Medical Workforce\nMr Grant Forsyth from AMA Victoria \n Wellbeing and family life\nDr Olivia Ong \n  \nTicketing Details\nVMWS Member: Free (purchase tickets here)\nNon-member: $20 (purchase ticket here)\nIf you’re not a VMWS member\, please join here. \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/prescribing-parenthood-navigating-the-journey-of-starting-a-family-as-a-doctor-vmws/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:VMWS Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Global Women's Peace Network ASSEMBLY: A Forum for Transformative Leadership 2023 Theme: Leadership Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Proud to be invited to present at the Global Women’s Peace Network (GWPN) and speak on Leadership Resilience. The forum will be held 1 July 2023 at Mt Waverley Community Centre. The title of my presentation will be “Leadership resilience and holding up the ladder for others”. \nIt’s an area I’m passionate about\, as the representation of women in leadership roles continues to lag behind men due to systemic biases which perpetuate an ‘imposter syndrome’. Women in leadership roles have had to overcome many of these structural barriers\, thereby creating their own unique qualities. \nWith leadership comes accountability and the inherent expectation is that knowledge is passed over to others with kindness and a willingness to guide. I will share some of insights from my own leadership journey and how learnings can be transferred through mentorship. Join us on what will be an incredible day of sisterhood and learning. \nA/Prof Magdelena Simonis \n  \n  \nABOUT\nAs a project of WFWPI\, the GWPN was established in 2012 by Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon and her late husband\, the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon. \nGWPN brings together leaders\, organisations and governments to solve pressing social issues and secure an environment for equitable human development. Through peace leadership based on the feminine aspect of human nature\, GWPN seeks to ensure lasting peace and prosperity for generations to come. \n‘Leading into the Future’ with ‘heart’ and using the soft power skills of reconciliation\, peace building\, team building\, collaboration and forgiveness that naturally come to women ARE the most powerful leadership skills for the 21st Century. The Global Women’s Peace Network Assembly is held on the first Saturday of July in Melbourne. \nJoin the ‘Leading into the Future’ mentorship kick off during the Assembly \n  \nMEET THE GUEST SPEAKERS\nPrepare to be inspired\, motivated\, and equipped with valuable insights from these outstanding presenters. Their expertise will surely leave a lasting impact on your personal and professional journey. Stay tuned for an event filled with enlightenment and empowerment! \n \n\n  \n  \nDETAILS\nDate/Time: 1 July 2023\, 10am-3:30pm \nLocation: Mt Waverley Community Centre \n  \nTO REGISTER\nForum tickets are available here. \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/global-womens-peace-network-assembly-a-forum-for-transformative-leadership-2023-theme-leadership-resilience/
LOCATION:Mount Waverley Community Centre\, 47 Miller Cres\, Mount Waverley\, VIC\, 3049
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:**POSTPONED** Women On Boards - Dr Jennifer Schafer | AFMW
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.\n  \nThe AFMW hosted event “Women on Boards with guest speaker Dr Jennifer Schafer” is being held Wednesday 21 June 2023.  Dr Jennifer Schafer has a passion for governance and will offer her perspective on how Women contribute at Boards and give some tips and tricks on how to be an effective participant. \n  \n  \nAbout Women on Boards\nAFMW facilitates women doctors to be the best doctor they can be – advocating for patients and themselves through representation at local\, state and federal level. Speaking effectively at high level meetings is a skill not taught in medical school and often learned on the fly. The Women On Boards events are an opportunity for you to learn how to get your message across. \n  \nAbout the Speaker – Dr Jennifer Schafer\nJennifer’s medical career spans more than 35 years in primary care as a general practitioner\, as well as roles in medical education (UQ Faculty of Medicine)\, clinical research (Wesley Medical Research)\, and medical reporting (Channel 9). She continues to serve as Patron of The University of Queensland Medical Society. \nJen has a special interest in leadership and management\, arising from post-graduate study at UQ and QUT Business Schools\, and experience working as the Academic Lead for the UQ Medical Leadership Program. She has served on the Board of Arthritis Queensland since 2016. \nLinkedIn \n  \nDetails\nDate:  Wednesday 21 June 2023 \nTime: 7:00pm AEST \nLocation: Zoom \n  \nRegister To Attend\nVisit the Humanitix event page >> link coming soon! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/women-on-boards-dr-jennifer-schafer-afmw/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - AFMW Fireside Chat 17 May 2023
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE – Here’s the Zoom Meeting Link \nWe invite you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”. Our next ‘chat’ will be held Wednesday 17 May 2023\, 8:00-9:00PM AEST\, hosted by Dr Tahnee Bridson. Please join us if you are a medical woman – non-members welcome! \n  \nAbout The Host\nDr Tahnee Bridson is a Young Australian of the Year recipient (2022) and founder of Hand’n’Hand\, a peer support service for doctors in Australia and New Zealand. \nDr Bridson is a psychiatry registrar\, born and raised in Northern Queensland of Italian heritage. Tahnee graduated James Cook University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Medical Science with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Medicine\, Bachelor of Surgery. \nShe was awarded the Rural Doctor’s Association of Queensland Prize\, the Townsville Hospital Emergency Department Trust Fund Critical and Crisis Care Year 6 Prize and the University Medal. Tahnee’s bio is impressive for someone at such a young age and her list of awards just keeps growing longer. \n  \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n \n  \nIn Kindness\,\nMagdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW  \n  \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please join us on the evening via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-afmw-fireside-chat-17-may-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230427T203000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230427T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - AFMW Fireside Chat 27 April 2023
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”. Our next ‘chat’ will be held Thursday 27 April 2023\, 8.30-9.30PM AEST\, hosted by Dr Elysia Robb. Please join us if you are a medical woman – non-members welcome! \n  \nAbout The Host\nDr Elysia Robb established the job share programme at Victorian Medical Women’s Society (VMWS) years ago\, which has now been expanded to Medical Women’s Society of NSW. A mother of 2 juggling all manner of things\, on numerous NFPs  and now Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). \n  \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n \n  \nIn Kindness\,\nMagdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW  \n  \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please register to attend via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-afmw-fireside-chat-duplicate-27-apr-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20230421T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20230421T180000
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SUMMARY:MWIA Southern Europe Conference
DESCRIPTION:On April 21st MWIA Southern Europe MWIA is hosting a full day conference. Whilst I’d love to have attended in person\, I am equally pleased to be invited to present the findings online based upon the MWIA Covid -19 survey undertaken with my co- investigators  Professor Antonella Vezzani (Italy immed. Past Vice President (VP) MWIA Southern Europe) and Professor Magda Carneiro Sampaio ( Brazil) immed. Past VP Latin America. \nPolicy change recommendations taken from findings of the MWIA survey of COVID-19 experiences of women doctors as healthcare providers – Dr. Magdalena Simonis (Australia) – President Australian Federation of Medical Women – Associate Professor of Melbourne University \nPlease join us in Italy! \nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis \n  \nABOUT\nTOPIC: Post pandemic era: What direction for health policies?\n \nh 08:30 Registration  \nh 08:40 Opening session: Critical care and rehabilitation issues during the pandemic: the importance of digital innovation – dr. Concetta Laurentaci MWIA Southern Europe Vice President (Italy) \nh 08:55 Greetings of Madame President of MWIA – Dr. Eleanor Nwandinobi (Nigeria) \nh 09:00 Greetings of Madame Secretariat General of MWIA – Dr. Mariam Jashi (Georgia) \nh 9:05 Lectures \nModerators: dr. Concetta Laurentaci (VP MWIA for Southern Europe) and dr. Antonella Vezzani (National President of Italian Medical Women) \n09:15 Introducing the new European Project VIPROM: Improving knowledge of medical staff on domestic violence by developing an European and national training curricula\nDr. Bettina Pfleiderer (Germany) – Former MWIA past President – Ordinary Professor of Munster University \n09:30 Sweden´s way of coping with the pandemic: during and after the crisis\nDr. Elizabeth Lichtenstein (Sweeden) – vice-President MWIA for Northern Europe \nh 09:45  Lessons from the Pandemic: a Central European perspective\nDr. Edith Schratzberger-Vécsei (Austria) – vice-President MWIA for Central Europe \nh 10:00 Policy change recommendations taken from findings of the  MWIA survey of COVID-19 experiences of women doctors as healthcare providers\nDr. Magdalena Simonis (Australia) – President Australian Federation of Medical Women – Associate Professor of Melbourne University \nh 10:15 Health and adolescence after the global pandemic\nDr. Silvana Capasso (Italy) – Italy National Coordinator for MWIA \nh 10:30 – 10:45 Discussion and conclusions. \nThe Regional Congress will be held by web connection through the GOTOMEETING platform: https://meet.goto.com/623171597. \nThe MWIA Southern Europe Regional Congress will be held in English\, without translation. \nSouthern Europe Business meeting:  h 10:45 – 11:30 CEST (GMT +02:00) \nThe business meeting will be held by web connection through the GOTOMEETING platform: https://meet.goto.com/623171597 (only for Southern Europe members) \n  \nDETAILS\nDate/Time: Catania April 21\, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. CEST (GMT +02:00) \nLocation: The Regional Congress will be held by web connection through the GOTOMEETING platform \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/mwia-southern-europe-conference/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:MWIA
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SUMMARY:Health Summit Agenda | Women & Leadership Australia
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Health Sector Women’s Leadership Summit is being held as an interactive online event Friday 31 March 2023.  \nProud to be invited to present at the upcoming Health Summit\, hosted annually by Women & Leadership Australia.  Save the date! \nMagdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW \n\nAbout\nBy creating dedicated spaces for networking\, discussion and learning\, we offer opportunities for women leaders to begin to realise their own potential and develop their leadership skills and expertise. Regardless of where you sit on the spectrum of leadership\, or what you are looking to achieve\, we want to support your career ambitions and future leadership capabilities. \n\nKAREN TAYLOR GAICD\nChief Executive Officer\, Women & Leadership Australia \n\nThe preliminary programme outline is here.\n  \nDetails\nDate: 9:00am – 4:00pm Friday 31 March 2023 (AEDT) \n  \nRegister / More Information\nVisit the summit event page for more details \n  \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/health-summit-agenda-women-leadership-australia/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230330T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230330T140000
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SUMMARY:Networking is not a dirty word - Virtual event | Telstra Health
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re in the business of new business or not\, a professional network can be an invaluable two-way street that broadens knowledge and experiences while providing a team of trusted mentors\, advisors or future colleagues for whatever stage of your career you’re in.  \nBrilliant Connected Women in Digital Health Network are hosting this virtual event Thursday 30 March 2023\, 1-2pm AEDT. Register here. \n  \nAbout the Virtual Event\nJoin SEC Newgate Partner Feyi Akindoyeni in a free virtual professional development event as she shares 20 years of experience. \nFeyi will provide practical advice to build your confidence in networking including: \n\nHow to prepare and make a positive first impression\nHow to stand out in the room\nCommon mistakes\nBuilding a rapport and genuine connection\nWhat to do after making a worthwhile connection\n\nCan’t join live? A recording of the event will be available to people who register for two weeks following the event. \n  \nWhen: Thursday 30 March\, 1-2pm AEDT \nWhere: Online \nCost: Free \nWho can attend: This event is presented by the Brilliant Connected Women in Digital Health Network and is open to people of any gender. \n  \nTo Register\nFree webinar\, register here. \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/networking-is-not-a-dirty-word-virtual-event-telstra-health/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230317T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
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SUMMARY:"Let's Talk About Sex: Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties" - An introductory course in Sexual Medicine and Therapy - Monash University
DESCRIPTION:Monash University is again running a 2 day introductory course in Sexual Medicine and Therapy. \nAbout the 2 Day Course\nThis 2-day online multidisciplinary course on Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties\, is relevant for all health practitioners\, trainees and students. It will discuss the need to talk about sex\, address the obstacles\, and will empower the registrants to raise and discuss topics of sexuality and sexual difficulties with their patients. \nIt will cover the assessment and management of common sexual difficulties\, from a bio-psycho-socio-cultural perspective\, provide educational resources and an overview of therapeutic options. \nIt was held face to face and sold out in 2019 and 2020\, was fully online in 2021 & 2022 and was extremely well received by attendees. Feedback from participants included: \n“A brilliant line up: a wealth of information from an excellent and diverse group of professionals” \n“I enjoyed the multi-disciplinary approach to the problems\, the expertise & warmth of the presenters & the practical & useful information I can implement to my practice.” \nIt will be held on Friday 17/3/23 and Saturday 25/3/23 and will once again be fully online enabling those who are not able to travel to Melbourne\, to participate. \nIf you are unable to attend the course live\, recordings of all the presentations will be available for 3 months following the course to all registrants. Registrants will also have access to pdf’s of all the presentations and a raft of other resources. \nEarly bird registration will end on 19/2/23 and registrations will close on 13/3/23. \n  \nDate & Time (AEDT)\nFriday 17 March 2023 – 8.30am – 5.00pm and  Saturday 25 March 2023 – 8.30am – 5.30pm \n  \nProgram Outline\nThis online course will cover the assessment and management of common sexual difficulties\, from a biopsychosociocultural perspective\, provide educational resources and an overview of therapeutic options. \n\nTalking about sex – overcoming the obstacles\nTaking a Sexual History in an inclusive and respectful way\, with a biopsychosociocultural approach\nCommunication skills\, including talking with a couple\nModels of Sexuality\nRelationships and sexuality\nGender identity and gender dysphoria\nSexual identity\, orientation and behaviour (including LGBTIQA+ sexuality)\nCultural & Religious impacts on sexuality (including the impact of Pornography)\nTrauma and Sexuality\nSexual pain\nErectile Dysfunction\nEjaculatory problems (Premature Ejaculation & Delayed Ejaculation)\nLibido\nArousal and Orgasm\nThe impact of significant life stages/changes on sexuality\nPregnancy & Postpartum sexuality\nMenopause\, Aging\, Illness & Cancer\n\n  \nMore Information\nPlease visit “Let’s Talk About Sex: Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties” for the registration link. \nDownload Flyer (pdf) \n  \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/lets-talk-about-sex-sexuality-and-sexual-difficulties-an-introductory-course-in-sexual-medicine-and-therapy-monash-university-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230315T213000
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SUMMARY:UN CSW67 - AFMW Parallel Event “Leading through the Digital Revolution to empower women and girls\, no matter how far the distance"
DESCRIPTION:This year’s United Nations 67th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67) commences in New York on March 6th -17th 2023. \nHosts A/Prof Magdalena Simonis AFMW President and Dr Helena Franco Young AFMW Co-Chair and Harvard Scholar\, are pleased to invite you all to this marvellous parallel event which will be hosted online on Wednesday 15th March 8pm AEDT (7pm AEST / 4am EST). \nMake sure you register to attend the NGO CSW67\, using the link below. The registration is free and only takes a minute or two. \n  \nAbout The AFMW Parallel Event\nDate /Time: Wednesday 15th March 2023 – 8pm AEDT / 7pM AEST  / 4am EST \nSpeakers: Here is the list of amazing speakers: \n\nDr Amandeep Hansra; GP\, Digital Health Consultant and AIDH Board and entrepreneur\, Brilliant Women in Digital Health Award recipient 2021\nProfessor Wendy Chapman; Director of the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health\, University of Melbourne\nDr Kimberly Humphrey – Climate Change and Human Health Fellow\, The Center for Climate\, Health\, and the Global Environment at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health | Emergency Medicine Physician | Deputy Chair\, ACEM CAPP\nDr Jennifer Green Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in Hand\, Wrist\, and Microsurgery\nAssociate Professor Vanessa Morgan dermatologist Brilliant Women in Digital Health Award recipient 2021\nDr Marjorie Cross GP\,  AFMW Executive\nDr Sumaiya Sayed QMWS\nDr Natasha Abeysekera QMWS\n\n  \nRegister to Attend\nRegistration to the event is free. Please register in advance for this session. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom session. \n>> REGISTER ONLINE TODAY >>\n  \nDownload the Program\n \n  \nYour AFMW UN CSW67 hosts\nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis & Dr Helena Franco \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/un-csw67-afmw-parallel-event-leading-through-the-digital-revolution-to-empower-women-and-girls-no-matter-how-far-the-distance/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230306T131500
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day | Women's Agenda & ActionAid Australia
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Women’s Agenda and ActionAid Australia\, this special virtual event will feature an inspiring line-up of speakers discussing the critical role that women play in shaping our future as they address the impacts of climate change. \nYou will have the unique opportunity to hear first-hand from women leading climate action and driving change in their communities\, along with learning more about ActionAid’s Arise Fund. \n  \nGuest Speakers\nWe’re excited to announce our incredible panel of speakers: \n \n  \nROSSETTE KALMET\nNature-based Climate Solutions Program Manager\nActionAid Vanuatu \n  \n \n  \nTIAHNI ADAMSON\nLead Community Engagement Officer\nCH4Global \n  \n\n  \nBLAIR PALESE\nDirector of Philanthropy\nEthinvest \n  \n\nANGELA PRIESTLEY\nPublisher & Co Founder\nWomen’s Agenda & Agenda Media \n  \nDetails\n\nDate: Monday 6 March 2023\nTime: 12:30 – 1:15PM (AEDT)\nWhere: Zoom (link to be emailed the morning of the event)\n\n  \nRegister / More Information\nVisit the ActionAid event page for more details \n  \n \n \n  \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/international-womens-day-womens-agenda-actionaid-australia/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230222T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230211T223618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T003400Z
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SUMMARY:Circle of Kindness - AFMW Fireside Chat
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the next session in our regular series “Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats”. Our next ‘chat’ will be held Wednesday 22 February 2023 8-9PM AEDT\, hosted by Assoc/Prof Magdalena Simonis. \n  \nAbout Circle of Kindness: AFMW Fireside Chats\nWe all have moments in life when we need a listening ear and sometimes\, it’s easier to share with someone you don’t know that well. \nI’ve been asked several times by members and non-members if we provided peer group sessions to support this\, and recently invited members to meet and set our parameters. We all agreed that there is a need for a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you’re facing\, so we formed the Circle of Kindness: Fireside Chats. \nAs President of AFMW it gives me great pleasure to launch these monthly sessions. Times will change so that no one misses out so watch out for our eBulletin and website. Come\, bring a friend who is not a member but would benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness. \nThis event is open to all AFMW members and non-member guests. \nPlease share event with friends and colleagues. \n \n  \nIn Kindness\,\nMagdalena Simonis\nPresident AFMW  \n  \n\nWhat It Is\n\nPeer support for women doctors\nKindness centred\nInformal advice – sharing lived experiences\nReflection – making time for this\nA safe space\nSessions never recorded\nNo guest speakers\nConfidential\nSessions run for up to 60 minutes – as required\nKindness centred\nTrust\nRespect – intersectionality\nFun & Relaxed\nCamaraderie / friendly\nEat your dinner with us\, enjoy a drink\, it’s casual!\n\n  \nWhat It Isn’t\n\nCounselling\nMental health support\nAFMW related – we do not discuss AFMW activities nor decide on AFMW issues outside of Council meetings\nThere is no formal meeting agenda\n\n  \nWhen & who runs them\n\nMonthly\nInterested members take turns hosting a session\n\n  \nAttend\nRegistration to this Fireside Chat is free. Please attend on the evening via this Zoom link. \n  \nMore Information\nPlease forward any queries to \n\nafmw@afmw.org.au\n\n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/circle-of-kindness-afmw-fireside-chat-22-february/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Hosted
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230220
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230124T005446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T005937Z
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SUMMARY:Doctors For Nutrition - Nutrition in Healthcare Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Doctors for Nutrition\, the Australasian Nutrition in Healthcare Conference brings a truly unique learning opportunity to Melbourne from February 17-19 2023.  \nWelcoming both international and local experts\, the conference offers a program rich with evidence-based research and content exploring the relationship between diet and disease. Alongside two full days of academic sessions\, the conference will also include a whole food plant-based menu\, a social program\, networking opportunities and an exhibition space. \n  \nWhy attend?\n\nLearn more about the benefits of a whole food plant-based lifestyle\nHear from experts in prevention of chronic disease\nGain new social connections and engage in networking opportunities\nMeet passionate and like-minded individuals\nLeave with practical learning to put into practice\nGain 11 CPD hours with RACGP or ACRRM\n\n  \nDetails\nRegistration: Open now! \nConference dates: February 17 – 19\, 2023 \nVenue: CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park  Olympic Boulevard\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000 \n  \nMore Information / Program\nVisit the Conference website \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/doctors-for-nutrition-nutrition-in-healthcare-conference-2023/
LOCATION:CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park\, Olympic Boulevard\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230207T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T082622
CREATED:20230129T204530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T060554Z
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SUMMARY:AFMW Council Meeting - 7 Feb 2023
DESCRIPTION:The next AFMW Council Meeting will be held Tuesday 7 February 2023. \nDate: Tuesday 7th FEB 2023 \nTime: 8pm (Melbourne/Canberra/Sydney) AEDT  | 7pm (Brisbane) AEST \nVenue: Online (Zoom) \nTopic: AFMW Council Meeting FEB \nPlease RSVP if you can attend or not. You are still welcome to join on the night via the zoom link regardless of RSVP. \nafmw@afmw.org.au \n  \n AFMWThe 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. \nEvents and Updates coordination by AFMW\, on behalf of the Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW)\, its affiliated Australian state and territory partners and international networks and supporters. If you have an update or event you would like to share with us for Australian medical women\, please contact us with details. Thank you.
URL:https://afmw.org.au/event/afmw-council-meeting-7-feb-2023/
LOCATION:On-line / Zoom
CATEGORIES:AFMW Council Meeting
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