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 Australasian Institute of Digital Health, Australian Women’s Coalition, partners with Doctors for the Environment Australia and is affiliated with Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA), Advancing Women in Healthcare Leadership (AWHL) and Climate and Health Alliance in Australia (CAHA).
We have a network of affiliated Australian state and territory societies:
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.
[EVENT] Australia’s Global Women’s Peace Network National Assembly is being held Saturday 23 May, 2026 at the Mount Waverley Community Centre, Victoria.Register today.
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.
This is a share of the April Follow Up Newsletter from our colleagues at NGO CSW/NY. The newsletter includes the April Monthly Meeting Recording, May Monthly Meeting Registration, YLYP Monthly Meeting Registration and NGO CSW Membership..
[REMINDER] Applications from Queensland medical women for the NCWQ 2026 Bursary Program close Monday 4 May 2026. Find out more.
The Medical Women’s Society of the ACT held its annual sports event on the 19th April 2026 on the picturesque croquet lawns of the Hyatt Hotel Canberra, where a wonderful group of members gathered for an afternoon of play, connection, and wellbeing. View photo gallery.
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.
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