Canberra turned on gorgeous weather for the lakeside Fun Run this year, and our team from MWS ACT & Region donned various shades of pink, purple and teal (the Mother’s Day event now supports both breast and ovarian cancer research) to walk/run the 5km along lake Burley Griffin.
We are delighted to share that our AFMW past President Dr Sarah Coll is running for AMAQ Vice President and encourage all members to view her presentation which outlines her passion for supporting all Doctors. We wish the strong contingent of women who have nominated for Director roles in AMAQ all the best in the elections.
AFMW acknowledges and congratulates Dr Betty Ge, AFMW National Coordinator, on her election as President of AMA ACT for the 2026–2028 term.
If you are interested in helping document the extraordinary stories of medical women who fled Nazi Germany and settled in Australia, please contact the AFMW President to be connected with the project.
“Survivors of sexual abuse welcome the ‘monumental shift’ in how courts approach sentencing, while others say it could limit defendants’ rights.” Penry Buckley, The Guardian
“A series of studies into this lesser-known form of intimate violence is hoped to form the basis of clinical guidelines for GPs.” Jo Roberts, newsGP (RACGP)
“AFMW is delighted to acknowledge the contributions of medical women around Australia who were awarded in the Australia Day Honours 2026.” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
“Our last eBulletin of 2025 was in mid December, only days before the shocking events at Bondi which has cast a nasty pall over the Holiday Season around Australia. My heart goes out to the victims and their families and to the whole Jewish Community who are reeling at such a targeted attack.” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
“I wish all of you a very happy Festive Season and hope that we can all approach 2026 with fresh energy and enthusiasm!” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
All Medical Women’s Society members are invited to attend the AFMW 2025 AGM being held via Zoom or in person in Kingston, ACT, Sat 6 December 2025. If you wish to attend, please register your interest with [email protected].
Like to receive AFMW news direct to your email? Please enter your details below to join our list. Please note subscribing to our mailing list does not confer AFMW membership.