Throughout the year, SWHR champions policies to promote the health of women across the lifespan and advance equity in health outcomes. The Society achieves this by translating the scientific evidence base into policies and practices that reduce disparities and improve the health of women; acting as a source of expert guidance to policymakers; and pushing for the improved inclusion and representation of women from diverse backgrounds across all levels of science.
Resources focused on policy needs and opportunities across areas in women’s health
Communications from SWHR on women’s health news and policy matters
SWHR’s responses to Requests for Information/Comment from various federal departments or agencies
Letters to Congress and the Administration about issues with the potential to impact women’s health
SWHR submitted feedback in response to a call for input from Representatives DeGette and Bucshon on the Next-Generation Cures bill.
SWHR joined more than 200 national organizations in a letter to House appropriators expressing concern over including a proposal to...
SWHR sent a letter to the House Ways & Means Committee expressing support for the Committee's expected June markup of...
Policy EngagementNearly 30 organizations sent a letter to CMS Administrator Brooks-LaSure and White House Initiative on Women's Health Research Chair Dr....
Policy EngagementSWHR submitted outside witness testimony to the House and Senate Labor-HHS Appropriations Subcommittees outlining its funding requests for fiscal year...