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In Practice: RACGP International Women’s Day events
This International Women’s Day, the RACGP is holding events across Australia to celebrate the achievements of women in general practice.
The RACGP is holding International Women’s Day events across Australia to recognise this year’s theme of ‘March Forward’.
This week’s In Practice also includes a reminder on how the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration can help GPs in their practice.
Secure your spot for International Women’s Day events
Between 5–11 March, the RACGP is holding events across Australia to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women in general practice and beyond.
International Women’s Day events will be held in each state and territory, with audiences hearing from inspiring and esteemed women leading meaningful discussions. This is an opportunity to network, be part of conversations and reflect on the 2025 International Women’s Day theme, ‘March Forward’.
This is a free event for all RACGP members, $45 for non-members, and is open to everyone regardless of gender. Register online, or join the online meet-up on Wednesday 5 March.
What is the GPMHSC?
The General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration (GPMHSC) strives to ensure optimal mental health for the Australian population by ensuring that GPs receive quality education and training in mental health.
Funded by the Commonwealth Government under the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the MBS (Better Access) initiative, the GPMHSC is a multidisciplinary body that includes representatives from general practice, psychiatry, psychology and the community.
The GPMHSC establishes standards for GP training in mental health in relation to the Better Access initiative and accredits training activities related to general practice mental health care that aims to develop GPs’ knowledge of and skills in detecting and treating mental illness. The GPMHSC also develops resources to support GPs to provide mental health services and contributes to the development of policy for general practice and mental health.
For more information about how the GPMHSC Secretariat can assist in practice, contact the RACGP at mentalhealth@racgp.org.au.
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