The AGEC are pleased to invite you to the Australian Gender Equality Council 2025 Federal Election Town Hall which will be hosted online on Tuesday 29th April at 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST. Register today.
“Women make up just over half of Australia’s population and yet we continue to face significant safety issues in our homes, workplaces and communities, additional barriers to accessing employment, and, as a result increased income insecurity throughout our lives.” – Coral Ross, Chair Australian Gender Equality Council
VMWS is thrilled to offer two fully sponsored places in Monash University’s Women in Leadership Program! We will cover the entire course fee ($1590) for two ambitious women looking to develop their leadership skills. Applications close 11 May 2025.
An AFMW council update for members and the wider Australian medical women fraternity from Dr Sandra Hirowatari. Read the latest report.
[EVENT RECAP] AFMW President Dr Brenda Masters chatted with Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Jennifer Green discussing the International Orthopaedic Diversity Alliance, 13 March 2025. Watch the video chat today.
This International Women’s Day, We Care Solar celebrates the remarkable women transforming healthcare and energy access through our Light Every Birth Initiative. Donations to assist their endeavours are welcome.
[EVENT] In honor of International Women’s Day, We Care Solar are announcing their upcoming virtual event–part of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women. It will be held Tuesday, March 18th, 2025. Register Today!
[EVENT] “Dear Friends, Here is the flyer and program for the IHAN UN CSW event. Please invite friends to register for the (Zoom) event.” – Professor Gabrielle Casper BSc(Hons) MBBS FRANZCOG, Past President, Medical Women’s International Association, President, International Health Awareness Network. Register today!
“Very proud to have been included in this book amongst other medical leaders in endometriosis. Compiled by my friend Maree Davenport – a true endometriosis warrior. Book is now available online and paperback. It’s excellent and suits all readership levels.” Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM
“The QMWS Centennial Working Group is delighted to officially restart our first QMWS100 meeting of 2025. It is a joy to come together once again and continue our work on this important project, celebrating the legacy of trailblazing women in medicine.”
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