Women’s Health NSW is an association of statewide women’s health centres and specialist women’s centres. All centres are non-government, community based, feminist services that provide choices for women to determine their individual health needs. Services provided by Women’s Health and Specialist Centres will be provided within a feminist context which: Recognises the social, environmental, economic, physical, emotional and cultural factors which influence women’s health. Recognises and challenges the effects of sex-role stereotyping and gender discrimination on women’s health and well being. Reflects the whole of a woman’s lifespan, their various and changing roles and responsibilities, not just their reproductive life. Recognises the importance of maintaining well-being by the focus on preventative practices. Actively encourages the empowerment of women in both the personal and social aspects of their lives. Values women’s own knowledge and skills and their right to make informed decisions about their health.