The WHA team is hiring! Applications close 5pm Wednesday 8th of June 2022
We are looking for a Health Promotion and Events Coordinator. This is a paid part-time position within a small but hardworking team, with flexible working…
Period product donation boxes now in The Warehouse!
A recent partnership between The Warehouse and The Period Place has meant donation boxes for period products are now installed in 10 Warehouse locations. Shoppers…
25% of surveyed New Zealanders not using their preferred contraceptive
The results of Family Planning’s contraceptive use survey have been released. A concerning result was that one in four respondents are not using their preferred…
Providing breastfeeding support during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Australian Breastfeeding Association has published a report on the concerns of mothers seeking breastfeeding support during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the ABA volunteers who…
Impact of COVID-19 on Well Child Tamariki Ora Services
A report on how Well Child/Tamariki Ora services were delivered during the COVID-19 national lockdown has been released. The report examines the strengths and challenges…
Womenâs Health Action is seeking a Treasurer to join our dynamic Board
Womenâs Health Action (WHA) is a charitable trust, which exists to provide information, education and advocacy on womenâs health matters. For 35 years, we have…
$242 million boost for mothers and maternity services
Womenâs Health Action welcomes Julie Anne Genterâs announcement today about additional government funding for maternity services. Investment in the sustainability of midwifery-led maternity care is…
COVID-19 Older Women Survey
Covid-19 has prompted unexpected change to our way of life in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly in regard to those aged 60 years and over. Women’s…
COVID-19 Maternity Survey
Covid-19 prompted unexpected change to the wayâs whÄnau expect to birth and parent infants and young children. Women’s Health Action surveyed 465 people living in…
Health and Disability System Review
On June 16th the Health and Disability System Review was published. This review has been in the works for the past two years, led by…
Impacts and Insights from Big Latch On 2019
As we start planning for BLO 2020, we look back to last year to reflect on the event’s success as a celebration of mums and…
The Abortion Legislation Committee has released their report
This week the Abortion Legislation Committee released their report on the Abortion Legislation Bill. This report includes the Committeeâs recommendations for the new abortion law….
Womenâs Health Action are seeking additional Board members
7th February 2020 CALL FOR BOARD MEMBERS Womenâs Health Action are seeking additional Board members. We are a charitable trust which exists to provide information,…
Cervical Screening Age Raised to 25 years
As of November 2019 the age for cervical screening (smear tests) in New Zealand has been raised from 20 years to 25 years. The National…
Contraceptive IUD funding: How will it work and what does it mean for women?
Women seeking long-term contraceptives now have more options to choose from following Pharmac’s announcement it will fund Mirena and Jaydess from next month. The Government’s drug…
The Business Of Breastfeeding: The CEOs Redefining Motherhood and Work
Breastfeeding offers plenty of health benefits both for the baby and the mother. When itâs time to go back to the office, many mothers wish to…
Itâs time to talk about bodies after birth, and not just stretch marks
The impact of pregnancy and birth on the body is immense, yet we rarely discuss the ways it impacts womenâs lives, says Emily Writes. Before…
What Women Want
In 2018 WHA celebrated 125 years of womenâs suffrage in style, in collaboration with a wonderful, inspiring and diverse range of women in the form…
Hormonal Contraception after Pregnancy Survey
Kia ora! WHA has recently been a part of the âHormonal Contraception after Pregnancyâ survey and its development. This survey has been developed to better…
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Researchers from the Donald Beasley Institute are currently working on a project that seeks to understand disabled peopleâs access to, and experiences of, a wide range of abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand. The research findings will feed into the New Zealand Government's 5-year review of the Abortion Legislation Act 2020. It will help the government and healthcare providers to deliver more equitable, inclusive and accessible abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand. âIn this project, they are looking for 20 disabled people to answer a questionnaire. They would like to hear from people who have accessed abortion services or have thought about using abortion services since 2020. You can access the questionnaire here: âcorexmss43gf6x5cw7qm.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_732G5cxJE1lAsGGâIn this project, disability is interpreted broadly and is inclusive of anyone who: experiences mental distress/psychosocial disability; has a chronic illness; is neurodivergent (i.e. is autistic, has fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, ADHD, a traumatic brain injury etc); is physically disabled; is blind or has low vision; is D/deaf or hard-of-hearing; or has a learning (intellectual) disability. ... See MoreSee Less
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#biglatchonYou're invited to celebrate the #BigLatchOnAotearoa - we can't wait to celebrate with you!Find an event at: www.blo.org.nz or join us online - look out for the #Brelfie (breastfeeding selfie) campaign tomorrow!#BigLatchOnNZ #BigLatchOn #Brelfie #WhÄngaiĹŞNgÄtahiAotearoa #KiriÄhuaWhÄngaiĹŞ #Breastfeeding #mama #pÄpi #harakeke #whÄnau ... See MoreSee Less
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We are proud to be hosting a Big Latch On (Aotearoa/New Zealand) breastfeeding support event this coming Friday 12th April, from 10.30am. We are looking forward to meeting some of our local whÄnau!! ... See MoreSee Less
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Kia ora, Talofa lava, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Talohani, Bula vinaka, Ni Hao, Namaste, Greetings!Attention Waikato whÄnau!Te Whatu Ora Waikato are looking for some awesome consumer representatives to join their maternity governance group.Representatives should:¡ Have used Waikato District maternity service within the past two years¡ Have connections with whÄnau using maternity and or child health services ¡ Have the ability to take a wider Waikato District view as well as a local community perspective.This is rewarding mahi! Advice given by consumers aids the goal that all people and cultures within the community are equally represented, and that differences and diversity are embraced in a non-judgemental way.Please PM us for a full description of what is required. ... See MoreSee Less
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Join our friends at the Inclusive Maternity Research Forum on Tuesday 23 April 2024, 9am-5pm, at AUT University South Campus. Hear from a diverse range of speakers and participate in this vital wÄnanga-style exchange, as we explore how maternity research in Aotearoa can be more inclusive of diverse communities.âKai provided - all welcome! âPlease RSVP to [email protected] (including dietary requirements) đ¸ ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you a midwife looking to return to practice? Thereâs now more funding and extra support to help you get back into the workforce. The fund is available to midwives in Aotearoa as well as those looking to return, so share with your whÄnau here and overseas! To be eligible to apply for funding, you must: ⢠have spent three years or more away from practice⢠hold New Zealand citizenship or residency⢠fall into one of the categories here: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/for-the-health-sector/midwifery-2/#midwifery-return-to-practice-fundingHow much funding you may get, and what recertification you will need to do, depends on the length of time youâve spent away from practice. âĄď¸ Find out how to apply here: www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/for-the-health-sector/midwifery-2/#midwifery-return-to-practice-funding ... See MoreSee Less
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#InspireInclusion #IWD2024Ina oranga te wÄhine, ka ora te whÄnau, ka ora te hapĹŤ, ka ora nga iwi eWhen Women are in good health, the whÄnau, hapĹŤ and iwi will flourish. ... See MoreSee Less
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Researchers from Otago uni are looking for people to participate in a survey on emergency contraception, see info below! *Evaluating knowledge of emergency contraception options available in Aotearoa New Zealand*In this short anonymous survey, we would like you to share what you know about emergency contraception with our research team at the University of Otago and Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (formerly Family Planning). We will use the survey results to see how well the current options for emergency contraception are working for New Zealanders, and if there is a need, and support for, making another emergency contraception medicine available here.We're looking for responses from people aged between 16 and 55, living in Aotearoa New Zealand. This online survey is anonymous and should take you about five to ten minutes to complete.otago.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CCEfUNSVjS4cRM?fbclid=IwAR0dCxKwzmwwUDkVqZSbn29QKEnUi1eh2hQy... ... See MoreSee Less
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#endometriosisawarenessđ March is international Endometriosis Awareness Month đAt least 120,000 girls, women and those assigned female at birth are living with endometriosis in Aotearoa. Endometriosis a painful condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus, is found in other places in the body. Early diagnosis and treatment are important.There are a range of resources available online on how to find help and support those living with endometriosis:đ Endometriosis New Zealand: nzendo.org.nz/đ Endo Warriors Aotearoa: www.endowarriorsaotearoa.com/đ Insight Endometriosis: www.insightendometriosis.org.nz/đ Women's Health Action Trust: www.womens-health.org.nz/endometriosis/đ Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand: info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/sexual-reproductive/endometriosis/Thank you to the organisations and individuals supporting those impacted in their community and across the health sector đđKeep an eye out for more resources, info, and stories during March. ... See MoreSee Less
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