Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia'
The New National Women's Health Policy, Consultation Process
The first round of submissions for the New National Women's Health Policy closed on 1 July. On the basis of these submissions, the Commonwealth will write the first draft of the new Policy, expected to be released in the middle of 2010.In the last quarter of 2009, the Commonwealth will conduct consultations around the country on the draft policy. If you would like to be included in these consultations, please email us and we will put your name on the list.
AWHN's submission to the New National Women's Health Policy
Although the first round of submissions is complete, the Department of Health and Ageing welcomes submissions throughout 2009. Please email to National.women'
or send hard copies to:
Gender and Reproductive Health Section Population Health and Programmes Branch MDP 13 GPO Box 9848 Canberra ACT 2061
The Australian Women's Health Network (AWHN) is a community based, non-profit, consultative organisation that provides a national voice on women's health issues. AWHN was established in 1986 and operates as a women's health advocacy, information and lobbying organisation, working with Government policy makers and other agencies to improve the health and well-being of Australian women.
AWHN has affiliated Networks in all States and Territories of Australia. The State and Territory Women's Health Networks are the member organisations of AWHN. Both the State/Territory groups and the umbrella national organisation represent a wide cross section of women, and organisations representing specific groups of women. As health is interpreted in a broad social context, women from a range of interest groups take up AWHN membership. The organisation cuts across political, economic, social and ethnic barriers. Women's Health Networks frequently consult with other organisations representing women and work together to address major issues facing women.
AWHN submission to NWHP.pdf (
