About

International Women’s Health Research Society (IWHRS)

A women-led, women-centered society dedicated to advancing global research in women’s health. We strive to:

We strive to:

  • Address and reduce gender bias in healthcare and research
  • Support, mentor, and elevate women pursuing scientific and clinical research
  • Generate and disseminate evidence that improves health outcomes for women
  • Foster international collaboration, interdisciplinary scholarship, and innovation
  • Engage communities in informed dialogue and public health advocacy


3rd Meeting of the Science Demonstration Conference. Dr. Margaret Kelly, Medicine Branch, “Chemical Carcinogenesis in Newborn Animals”. 1962

Advancing Women’s Health Through Insightful Research

Vision

To shape a world in which women’s health is fully understood, equitably prioritized, and advanced through rigorous scientific research led by women, for women, across all medical disciplines and global communities.

Mission

The International Women’s Health Research Society (IWHRS) is a women-led scientific organization dedicated to advancing high-quality research in women’s health.
Our mission is to empower women in medicine and STEM, promote equitable representation in research, and strengthen global awareness of women-specific health issues.

Rigorous Research Standards

Our commitment to high-quality research transforms data into actionable insights that foster health equity.

Guiding Principles

The International Women’s Health Research Society (IWHRS) is founded upon the following principles:

  1. Equity: A commitment to eliminating gender-based disparities in healthcare, research, and scientific leadership.
  2. Education: Promotion of research literacy, scientific training, and continuous professional development for women in medicine and STEM.
  3. Collaboration: Fostering interdisciplinary, national, and international partnerships to advance women’s health research.
  4. Integrity: Upholding ethical conduct, transparency, accountability, and professionalism in all research and organizational activities.
  5. Advocacy: Championing the advancement of women’s health, raising awareness of inequities, and supporting evidence-based policy and public engagement.