RACGP Family & Domestic Abuse and the ‘new’ Information Sharing Schemes made easy – Webinar Series
On-line / ZoomWebinar 11 AUG - 8 DEC: REMINDER - These DV webinars through RACGP start this coming week. Join Dr Magdalena Simonis and Dr Marina Malcolm in this RACGP webinar series about identifying and responding to Family and Domestic abuse. Now more than ever, general practice plays a vital role in caring for people experiencing family and domestic abuse.
QMWS August Dinner Meeting: “Domestic Violence – the tip of the iceberg” – 25 Aug
On-line / ZoomREMINDER - Zoom Tickets are available up to one hour before start time. "Please also note, due to the current state of easily transmissible infections in Brisbane, QMWS have decided to move this event to an online-only event." QMWS EVENT - AFMW state affiliate, the QLD Medical Women’s Society would like to invite all AFMW members and friends to attend their QMWS August Dinner Meeting Thursday 25 August. QMWS are delighted that Associate Professor Alka Kothari will present ‘Domestic Violence – the tip of the iceberg’. Zoom tickets on sale now.
MWS ACT & Region Annual Celebration Dinner – 1 Sept 2022
Royal Canberra Golf Club Bentham St, Yarralumla, ACTREMINDER - MWS ACT EVENT - All AFMW members and friends are invited to attend the MWS ACT & Region Annual Dinner Thursday 1st September at the Royal Canberra Golf Club Bentham St, Yarralumla. Tickets available now.
One World, One War Against COVID- What Next?
On-line / ZoomREMINDER - EVENT - 14 SEPT: The American Medical Women's Association is conducting a webinar to address the challenges of long COVID (September 13 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT, which is Wednesday September 14 10am AEST). AFMW members are invited to attend. FYI, AFMW President, DR Simonis is one of the panel members.
Sexual Health September AMSA Global Health SHS 2022
Join AFMW President, Assoc/Prof Magdelena Simonis as she presents on a panel for Australian Medical Students Australia ( AMSA) on the topic of Taking a stand against female genital mutilation/cutting in Australia. Other presenters on the panel include, Dr Ogunsiji and Dr Behnia-Willison.
Circle of Kindness – AFMW Fireside Chats – 25 October 2022
On-line / ZoomEVENT: Our next chat will be held Tuesday 25 Oct 2022 8-9PM AEDT, hosted by Dr Marjorie Cross (MBBS FRACGP OAM), a rural GP owner and founder of the Bungendore Medical Centre in NSW and a Medical Educator in NSW and ACT Regional Training Organisation. The AFMW Fireside Chats are a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you're facing. Come, bring a friend who is not a member but think will benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness.
MWS NSW / AMA – Women in Medicine High Tea
Strangers’ Room, NSW Parliament House 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NCW, AustraliaEVENT REMINDER - MWS of NSW are excited to announce their collaboration with the AMA (NSW) for this year’s Women in Medicine High Tea! Your are invited to join in for an afternoon of empowerment and celebration with a group of exceptional and passionate women. The event will be held Saturday 5th November 2022 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at NSW Parliament House. Tickets available now.
Gathering of Kindness – for healthcare workers, patients, carers and supporters
On-line / ZoomEVENT: The Gathering of Kindess event, a Hush Foundation endeavour, will be held In person, Online, Live Q&A, and Livestream 7th to 11th November 2022. The event is a gathering with a difference - for healthcare workers, patients, carers and supporters. This year the event is all about CONNECTIONS – join us as we explore creativity, change, collaboration and courage – all in the name of a kinder healthcare system for all.
2022 Philippine Medical Women’s Association Convention
On-line / Zoom11-12 NOV: Dear members, colleagues and friends you are invited to the 1st Annual Convention of Philippine Medical Women’s Association (PMWA) Inc to be held 11-12 November 2022. The topic is New Directions, New Opportunities In The Current Health Situations Affecting Women’s Health. Hon. Undersecretary of Health Dr. Mario Villaverde will timely discuss Universal Health Care for All. Then regional speakers from Australia, Hongkong and Singapore will talk on Leadership Skills. Meanwhile, our local expert speakers will tackle on Women Health Issues. Registration is Free.
Pelvic Pain Victoria Online Symposium
On-line / ZoomEVENT - 12-13 NOV: After a Covid-19 Break, the Pelvic Pain Victoria Weekend Symposium is back with a great line-up of speakers and topics. This two-day event is online only, with a face-to-face social event hosted on Saturday Evening from 1700-1900. Registration is for both days. Delegates can access the event online for a limited time following the live event. This conference for registered health professions only. Please do not register for this event if you do not fit this criteria.
AFMW 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM)
On-line / ZoomREMINDER - AGM - Dear AFMW Members, notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Australian Federation of Medical Women will be held Saturday, 12 NOV - 10am-12:00pm (Melbourne/Canberra/Sydney); 9am-11am (Brisbane). You are warmly invited to attend. Professor Raina MacIntyre will be presented the 2022 AFMW President’s Award during the AGM, held via Zoom. Other recipients include Dr Merrilyn Murnane AM and Dr Madhura Naidu. Please RSVP if you can or cannot attend.
Gender Inclusion Webinar | RANZCOG
On-line / Zoom15 NOV: This RANZCOG webinar will bring together the clinician and consumer perspective, with a multidisciplinary panel to talk about their experiences in working with sexuality and gender diverse patients, or as consumers.
Long Covid and the Future of Digital Health | Pfizer
On-line / Zoom23 NOV: Join in the conversation about Long COVID and the future of digital health. Pfizer invites you to an exclusive 1-hour webinar to be held 23 November 2022. AFMW member, Dr Anita Sharma is one of the expert GP moderators.
GP22 Nov 2022 – Registration Now Open | RACGP
RACV City Club 501 Bourke Street,, Melbourne, VIC, Australia25-27 NOV: RACGP's GP22 will be held in Melbourne. Running in person for the first time in two years, GP22 will give you access to the education and networking opportunities you’ve been craving. Victoria’s Women In General Practice Committee is proud to present Brainy Women: A Healthy Mind and Body being held at the RACV City Club Melbourne 28–29 May 2022. Registrations now open.
Australasian Doctors’ Health Conference 2022
EVENT - 2-3 DEC: The Australasian Doctors’ Health Conference 2022 "The Thriving Doctor: towards harmony, productivity, longevity" is being held in Adelaide, South Australia and is scheduled in Australian Central Standard Time (GMT+9:30) for Friday 2 Dec and Saturday 3 December. An exciting line-up of International Speakers and Special Guests have been confirmed. AFMW members are invited to attend.
AFMW Strategic Planning Meeting
On-line / Zoom- 5 DEC: The AFMW Strategic Planning Meeting will be held this coming Monday December 5th, 8-9 pm ( AEDT) . This will be immediately preceded by the first Special Council Meeting of the new Council and Executive. Look out for the Zoom link in our next ebulletin ( Dr Katrina Harris, our Secretary in holidaying in Mexico ATM?)
RACGP Family & Domestic Abuse Webinar #4
On-line / ZoomWebinar 8 DEC: What is consent? Dr Magdalena Simonis and Dr Marina Malcolm discuss the five elements of consent and why documentation is so important in these cases. Is your practice set up to address family violence? Dr Magdalena Simonis and Dr Marina Malcolm offer practical tips to get your practice ready. Register today.
AFMW Council Meeting – 7 Feb 2023
On-line / ZoomREMINDER - The next AFMW Council Meeting will be held Tuesday 7 February 2023. Please RSVP tpday.
Doctors For Nutrition – Nutrition in Healthcare Conference 2023
CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park Olympic Boulevard, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaHosted by Doctors for Nutrition, the Australasian Nutrition in Healthcare Conference brings a truly unique learning opportunity to Melbourne from February 17-19 2023.
Circle of Kindness – AFMW Fireside Chat
On-line / ZoomEVENT REMINDER: Our next chat will be held Wednesday 22 Feb 2022 8-9PM AEDT, hosted by Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis, AFMW President. The AFMW Fireside Chats are a safe space filled with kindness and trust where you can meet other medical women and talk about the challenges you're facing. Come, bring a friend who is not a member but think will benefit from having access to our Circle of Kindness.
International Women’s Day | Women’s Agenda & ActionAid Australia
On-line / ZoomHosted by Women’s Agenda and ActionAid Australia, this special virtual event to be held 6th March 2023, 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. Register today.
UN CSW67 – AFMW Parallel Event “Leading through the Digital Revolution to empower women and girls, no matter how far the distance”
On-line / ZoomREMINDER - Register Today for the 15 March AFMW Parallel Event - This year’s United Nations 67th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67) commences in New York on March 6th -17th 2023. Hosts 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). Please register to attend (it only takes a minute or two).
“Let’s Talk About Sex: Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties” – An introductory course in Sexual Medicine and Therapy – Monash University
On-line / ZoomEVENT REMINDER Registrations will close on 13 March. Monash University is again running an introductory course in Sexual Medicine and Therapy. This 2-day online multidisciplinary course on Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties, being held 17 March and 25 March 2023, 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.
Networking is not a dirty word – Virtual event | Telstra Health
On-line / ZoomWhether 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. Join SEC Newgate Partner Feyi Akindoyeni in a free virtual professional development event as she shares 20 years of experience. Hosted by Brilliant Connected Women in Digital Health Network.
Health Summit Agenda | Women & Leadership Australia
On-line / Zoom31 MAR - SAVE THE DATE: Proud to be invited to present at the upcoming Health Summit, hosted annually by Women & Leadership Australia. The preliminary programme outline is here. Save the date!
MWIA Southern Europe Conference
On-line / ZoomOn 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.
Circle of Kindness – AFMW Fireside Chat 27 April 2023
On-line / ZoomOur next chat will be held Thursday 27 April 2023 2022 8.30-9.30PM AEST, hosted by Dr Elysia Robb. Dr 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). Please join us if you are a medical woman - nonmembers welcome!
Circle of Kindness – AFMW Fireside Chat 17 May 2023
On-line / ZoomWe 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!
**POSTPONED** Women On Boards – Dr Jennifer Schafer | AFMW
On-line / ZoomPOSTPONED - The 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.
Global Women’s Peace Network ASSEMBLY: A Forum for Transformative Leadership 2023 Theme: Leadership Resilience
Mount Waverley Community Centre 47 Miller Cres, Mount Waverley, VICREMINDER - Get Ready to be Inspired by The Incredible Speakers! This Global Women’s Peace Network event has an exceptional line-up of speakers who will be sharing their expertise and wisdom. Each presenter brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to the table. The forum will be held 1 July 2023 at Mt Waverley Community Centre. Meet the Guest Speakers (video) and Register today.
