Women's Health Victoria
Women's Health Victoria
is a statewide, feminist, not-for-profit organisation leading the pursuit of gender equity in health.
Vision and mission
Gender equity in health.
They work with government, the health sector and the community to create better health outcomes for women (cis and trans inclusive) and gender diverse people.
How Women's Health Victoria can help
Women's Health Victoria delivers vital support services and empowering health information to the community. They share evidence and recommendations to challenge bias in the health system and build capacity in the health sector to achieve equitable health outcomes.
Information lines / help lines
- Call 1800 My Options (1800 696 784) Mon to Fri (closed public holidays), 10am to 4pm AEST for support with sexual and reproductive health
- Call 1300 781 500 Mon to Thur, 9am to 5pm AEST for peer support services for women living with cancer
Programs, apps and tools
- Counterpart: A state-wide support service for women affected by cancer, and their partners, families and friends.
- 1800 My Options: Confidential, judgement-free information about contraception, pregnancy options and sexual health.
- Victorian Women's Health Atlas: Up to date data on key women's health indicators to support advocacy, service delivery and policy making across Victoria.
- WHV Training Hub: Providing essential training to health and community sector professionals, enhancing their understanding of gender equity and its impact on health.
- Labia Library: Promoting women's mental health and positive body image with information advice and photographs to raise awareness about natural genital diversity and support positive body image for women worldwide.