Message from the Chair
Women's Health Coalition of Quebec
The Quebec Coalition for Women's Health is committed to building a network of women, health professionals, business and community leaders united around a common goal: to improve women's health across Quebec.
To be a force for change, build strong partnerships, and act as a key voice and catalyst to advance women's health in the province.
A Quebec where every woman benefits from a fair diagnosis, equitable treatment, barrier-free access to health services, and where research on women's health is valued, supported and applied.
We work in collaboration with institutional partners, community stakeholders and committed patients to make a real difference in women's health. We want to continue this work by combining the voices of women in the regions, Indigenous women, LGBTQ2S+ communities and marginalized groups, so that all are represented in the decisions that affect them.
Every contribution counts, and we express our deep gratitude to the board members and volunteers of the coalition, for their unwavering commitment.
Together, let's make women's health a priority in Quebec.
Contact us at: QCDirectors@theWHC.ca
Priority Areas of Action
Inequalities in menstrual, reproductive and sexual health create major barriers for women at all stages of their lives. To help women better navigate the system and access health supports, our advocacy work is organized around five main areas of action:
Equitable access
Ensure that all women, regardless of their ethnic origin, gender identity, socioeconomic status or place of residence in Quebec, have fair and equitable access to health care.
Distribution of public funds
To call on government authorities to ensure that the distribution of health budgets truly reflects the needs and perspectives of women, and that it corrects historical gaps in funding.
Efficiency and Service Delivery
To ensure that wait times, billing codes, access to specialists, sharing of medical records and the overall delivery of care are optimized, both for professionals and patients.
Clinical research
Ensure that health research fully integrates women's specific experiences and receives equitable funding across all clinical areas.
Digital Health and Women's Technology
To ensure that digital health innovations reduce rather than exacerbate inequalities, while supporting the development of femtech industries and technologies designed for women.
Upcoming Events
The Quebec chapter of the Women's Health Coalition (WHC) is currently being created. We seek to bring together women leaders, health professionals, managers and engaged citizens, ready to advance women's health in Quebec. In this context, we are launching a call for applications to constitute the first board of directors of the chapter.
If you are interested in helping to shape an ambitious, engaging, and inclusive vision for women's health, we invite you to apply. Together, let's make this chapter a catalyst for lasting impact for all women in Quebec.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Women's Health Coalition is committed to providing a rewarding volunteer experience, ensuring that volunteers' interests are matched with the opportunities available. We invite you to fill out the WHC Volunteer Form to get involved in the women's health movement.