The Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW) is a not for profit, politically neutral, non sectarian, non government organisation that seeks to improve the health of all Australians, especially the health of women and children.
AFMW is a member of the Australian Women’s Coalition and the WomenSpeak Network, and is affiliated with Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA). We have a network of affiliated Australian state and territory societies:
The Programme for AFMW’s 20 March NGO CSW65 parallel event has now been released. The event starts at 3.30pm AEDT / 2.30pm AEST. Please view the Programme schedule and register to attend. We look forward to seeing you online!
Happy International Women’s day 2021 to all women around the world . We commemorate the day under the theme “Women in leadership :achieving an equal future in the COVID-19 world
Dr Magdalena Simonis discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has increased the gender equality gap but efforts aimed at tackling systemic inequalities provide hope for the future.
On this International Women’s Day (#IWD), 2021, AMA Victoria celebrate the achievements of Victorian medical Women. In this article, originally published by AMA Victoria, we learn a little more about
AFMW immediate past secretary, and current ACT and Region Rep to AFMW, Dr Marjorie Cross OAM and Linda Welberry, Secretary for ACT and Region MWS, attended the ‘UN Women International
In this podcast, Dr Magdalena Simonis discusses how there is a place for strengths-based coaching in complex organisations. She outlines the benefits of introducing a language of kindness in organisations when implementing new projects and systems or undergoing change.
In this RACGP Women In General Practice Conference 2015 webinar (still very relevant), Australia of the Year Rosie Batty, Barrister-at-law Carolyn Burnside, Former Victorian Attorney-General Rob Hulls and I discuss the role of the GP in addressing family violence.
REMINDER – Register now >> for this Saturday’s ‘International Women’s Day PLUS Planning for AFMW Parallel Event at CS65’ Open Forum. 4pm AEST / 5pm AEST..
The ‘Side’ and ‘Parallel’ events of the UN’s 65th Commission on the Status of Women (UN CSW 65) have now been published. Good opportunities for AFMW to engage with these activities.
Please be advised there will be no Open Forum held 20 March. Instead, join us at the AFMW hosted CSW65 Parallel Event.
Join us Saturday March 13 for the next AFMW Open Forum. “Planning Session Part 2 for AFMW Parallel Event to be held in conjunction with 65th UN Commission on the Status of Women.”
Being held 12 March and 20 March, Monash University is again running a 2 day introductory course in Sexual Medicine and Therapy. “Let’s Talk About Sex: Sexuality and Sexual Difficulties” sold out in 2019 and 2020 so please hurry, as places are limited.
Join a passionate and dedicated group of women working towards equitable personal and professional opportunities for medical women and equal health care for all, especially women and children.
Support and further professional development of ACT and Region female colleagues, including medical students.
For 99 years, MWS NSW has been the peak representative body for medical women (including students!) in New South Wales.
No matter where you are in your medical career, VIC MWS is here to support you.
Supporting QLD medical women and advocating for equitable health for all, especially women and children.
The Australian Federation of Medical Women (AFMW) is operated by a volunteer team of medical women. Please contact us via our Facebook page or send an Email. Or use our contact form available here.
We welcome new members and participation in AMFW activities.