To celebrate the 90th anniversary of QMWS, the National Council of Women of Queensland (NCWQ) QMWS Student Bursary Program was established in 2019.
The program supports female medical students in Queensland who are passionate about health equity and gender equity in medicine.
Inspirational role models and mentoring opportunities are instrumental in inspiring, shaping and supporting extraordinary careers. This bursary supports female medical students’ involvement in local and international conferences and networking opportunities, so that they may reach their full potential, achieve their dreams, and work towards truely equitable health outcomes for all.
Mater, as part of their commitment to reconciliation and the Makarrata Commission would like to encourage and empower a female medical graduate who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, to further their medical career and/or leadership aspirations. This bursary is one step in a broader goal of the QMWS and Mater – to advance the parity of representation of First Nations Peoples in the Australian medical workforce, and in its leadership.
This inaugural bursary is jointly sponsored by Quota International and NCWQ. In memory of Dr Laurel Macintosh OBE, the bursary honours the commitment Laurel had for. both organisations. Valued at $2000, the criteria reflect Laurel’s contribution to the field of Ophthalmology. The focus is to assist a female medical graduate who is undertaking specialist training to become an Ophthalmologist.
The career of Professor Tess Cramond, former President of the Australian Medical Association Queensland (AMAQ), as an anaesthetist continues to inspire generations of medical women. This bursary supports female medical students to attend an AMA or Medical Women’s Society event in order to foster leadership skills necessary to address gender inequity in medicine.
Sarah Gaukroger – Recipient of the 2022 Queensland Medical Women’s Society Bursary.
Lucinda Connolly – Recipient of the 2022 AMAQ (QMWS) Professor Tess Cramond Memorial Bursary
Julia-Rose Satre- Recipient of the 2022 Mater Health (QMWS) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Bursary.
Jessica Ling – QMWS Bursary Recipient 2021
With interests in preventative health, primary care and hospital medicine, Jessica is looking forward to using her bursary to meet with and learn from other medical women. Through these experiences, she hopes to work towards helping all medical women achieve their potential.
Lily Aboud – AMAQ / QMWS Professor Tess Cramond Memorial Bursary Recipient 2021
Personal and professional experiences have ignited in Lily a passion for health equity, particularly for those impacted by geographical isolation. With a track record of accomplishments that is already impressive, Lily hopes to use her bursary to attend an international or virtual global health conference.
Read more about the 2021 NCWQ QMWS Bursary program here.
Alvina Rathrod – QMWS Bursary Recipient 2020
As an active member of UQ’s Supporting Women in Medicine Society and the 2020 Vice President of UQ Medical Society, Alvina is already a seasoned advocate for gender equity in medicine and of health equity. Some of her key accomplishments include co-authoring a policy on gender equality in medical education and worked to improve health literacy among school students in Papua New Guinea. Alvina hopes this bursary will help her build on these ventures and continue to develop her skills as an advocate for gender and health equity.
Julia Chequer de Souza – AMAQ / QMWS Professor Tess Cramond Memorial Bursary Recipient 2020
Motivated by passions for social justice and altruism, Julia is inspired by Professor Cramond’s legacy to rise to the challenges posed by the current COVID-19 pandemic. A student at James Cook University, Julia’s rural placements have increased her awareness of the issues facing vulnerable communities. She hopes this bursary will help build relationships with potential mentors to guide her towards success with her future endeavours.
Read more about the 2020 NCWQ QMWS Bursary program here.
Naseera Naeem
As President of University of Queensland’s Supporting Women in Medicine Society (SWIM), QMWS member and former UQ Representative for QMWS, Naseera was the inaugural recipient of the QMWS Bursary.
The bursary enabled naseera to attend the Centennial Congress of MWIA (Medical Women’s International Association) in 2019 in New York. At Congress Naseera was a valued and active member of the Australian contingent.
The QMWS Centennial Working Group held its final 2024 meeting, reflecting on key progress including plans for a Dr. Lilian Cooper sculpture, archival preservation, and a travelling exhibition to celebrate the organisation’s rich history. With heartfelt gratitude to members and supporters, the group looks ahead to 2025 to continue preparations for a momentous centennial celebration.
The 2024 QMWS Christmas Party brought together members and friends at the stunning riverside venue Medley to celebrate a year of achievements and welcome the festive season with delicious canapés, drinks, and joyful camaraderie. Highlights included celebrating the 2024 QMWS Bursary Recipients and sharing an evening of inspiration and connection.
There are two casual vacancies within the AFMW Council: Treasurer & MWIA National Coordinator. Interested members can email QMWS ([email protected]) or the AFMW Secretary directly ([email protected]) with a brief statement indicating expression of interest by close of business 8 November 2024.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society August Dinner was an inspiring evening featuring Dr. Clare Boothroyd’s insightful presentation on balancing careers and fertility, which sparked meaningful discussions among attendees. Dr. Chloe Hang also shared exciting updates on the upcoming QMWS Centennial celebrations, making the event both forward-looking and deeply connected to our Society’s legacy.
The QMWS100 centennial working group made significant strides at our September meeting, welcoming Dr. Zelle Hodge and Jane Connolly, who contributed invaluable expertise toward plans for a commemorative book and quilt celebrating medical women’s achievements. Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 1 October 2024, at 1 pm in the Emeritus Professor Mary Mahoney Boardroom, Herston Mayne Medical School. All interested members are encouraged to join the preparations for the QMWS centennial celebration by contacting Dr. Lydia Pitcher at [email protected].
At our third meeting of QMWS 100: Counting Down to 100 Years, Dr Lydia Pitcher, Dr Kathryn Mainstone, Dr Chloe Hang and Dr Barbara Woodhouse continued to explore the rich history preserved in the QMWS archives. Our next meeting will be on the 3rd of September 2024 at 1 pm, in the Emeritus Professor Mary Mahoney Boardroom, Herston Mayne Medical School. We invite all interested members to join us as we plan activities and timelines for the celebration. To join us, please contact Dr. Lydia Pitcher, the Sponsorship/Bursary team lead, at [email protected].
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