The Queensland Medical Women’s Society is a not for profit organisation dedicated to supporting medical women and advocating for equitable health for all, especially women and children.
QMWS is a member of the Australian Federation of Medical Women, which is affiliated with Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA). 2019 was our 90th anniversary.
We have members on multiple national Women’s lobby groups, particularly in relationship to women’s health.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports World Ovarian Cancer Day, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer — the most lethal of the female cancers, often diagnosed late due to the absence of reliable screening tests.
The Queensland Medical Women's Society is proud to support the 2025 Mother’s Day Classic — a heartfelt event where communities unite to honour those affected by breast and ovarian cancer while raising funds for life-saving research. Join thousands at South Bank on Sunday, 11 May 2025, to walk, run, and stand stronger together for women's health.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports Breaking the Cycle: Preventing Fistula Worldwide — a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury caused by prolonged, obstructed labor without access to timely medical care. This event emphasises the urgent need for equitable maternal healthcare, prevention strategies, and support for affected women and girls.
Refugee Week 2025, held from June 15 to June 21, celebrates the theme Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community, highlighting the strength found in inclusive communities that welcome and support refugees. The Queensland Medical Women’s Society proudly supports this initiative, raising awareness of refugee experiences, honouring their contributions, and promoting compassion, understanding, and action towards creating a more inclusive society.
Join QMWS at AMA Queensland's Women in Medicine Breakfast(Townsville) for a powerful morning of connection, inspiration, and action. Embracing the 2025 International Women's Day theme, #AcceleratedAction, this event will spark conversations on championing women in medicine, leadership pathways, and advancing gender equality.
Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 2025, held from 1 to 5 September, is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women, girls, and gender-diverse people. The Queensland Medical Women's Society is proud to support this important initiative, which aligns with its mission to empower women with knowledge and advocate for better health outcomes.
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) is proud to support the 33rd Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA) Triennial Congress, taking place from October 12-14, 2025, at the Hilton Grand Nile Hotel in Cairo, Egypt. This global event will bring together medical professionals to explore solutions for women’s health and equity under the theme "One Humanity: Health Solutions through Our Partnerships."
The Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action on November 17 highlights a global movement to end cervical cancer through prevention, screening, and treatment. The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports this initiative, championed by the World Health Organization (WHO), with Australia on track to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2035.
As the Queensland Medical Women’s Society approaches its 100-year celebration in 2029, our commitment to advocating for women in medicine remains unwavering. This International Women’s Day 2025, we invite you to share how you #AccelerateAction to create a future where women in medicine thrive and lead.
We’re thrilled to kick off QMWS100 meetings for 2025 with an inspiring collaboration with renowned sculptor Dr Rhyl Hinwood! Her upcoming tribute to Dr Lilian Cooper promises to beautifully capture the pioneering surgeon’s legacy. Please email [email protected] if you are interested in participating any of of the QMWS100 events.
On 25th January 2025, the QMWS100 Working Committee began digitising the historical contents of the QMWS suitcases at Dr Barbara Woodhouse’s clinic, preserving the society’s rich legacy. The event featured insights from Dr Catherine Yelland and welcomed journalist Bernadette Condren, who will help craft the QMWS Centennial book. If you’re interested in joining us at future meetings, please reach out to the QMWS100 subcommittee at [email protected].
The voice for Australian medical women, advocating for, and supporting, the health and welfare of our local, national and international communities.
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.
Support and further professional development of ACT and Region female colleagues, including medical students.
We welcome new members and participation in QMWS activities.
The QLD Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) is the peak representative body for Qld medical women with goals to advance medical issues for women.
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