CEO update July 2026
It’s been a busy few months at Women’s Health Matters and we’re excited to share some updates. We have been preparing to welcome our new CEO, Sarah Ahmed, who will […]
Inquiry into Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Conditions
Earlier this year, Women’s Health Matters made a major submission to a Legislative Assembly inquiry into Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Conditions, drawing on our survey research to provide local up-to-date […]
Women’s Health Matters appoints Sarah Ahmed as new Chief Executive Officer
Women’s Health Matters is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Ahmed as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking an exciting new chapter for the organisation as it continues to champion better […]
Message from the CEO, Lauren Anthes
With this being our last newsletter for the year, I would like to begin by saying how grateful I am to the Women’s Health Matters team for their dedication and drive to complete the organisation’s work and their tireless […]
Health in My Language: New mental health sessions and the return of cancer screening education!
WHM’s Bilingual Health Education team has been busy developing new and engaging health education sessions for the community. In November, the team began delivering free sessions on mental health and cancer screening. We’re thrilled to be bringing […]
Health Equity and Violence Prevention update
2025 saw the Health Equity and Violence Prevention teams deliver major pieces of advocacy, research, and the growth of the Reproductive Health Data Incentive Fund services network. Victim Survivor Voice pilot The Victim Survivor Voice is a pilot […]
2025 Survey of Women’s Health in the ACT Report launch
Women’s Health Matters has released a comprehensive report on our second Survey of Women’s Health in the ACT. The 2025 report highlights key health and wellbeing issues experienced by women […]
Victim Survivor Voice pilot update June 2025
The Victim Survivor Voice is a peer-led pilot program open to people over the age of 18 who have lived or living experience of domestic, family, and/or sexual violence (DFSV) […]
Q&A with Franchesca Isla – 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence
We caught up with Franchesca this 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence. Franchesca is a mum of two girls, the creator of the blog Brave for Bully Zero, […]