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Structured mentorship programmes pairing emerging leaders with experienced professionals.
ICWH 2026 · FIRST EDITION
International Conference for Women in Healthcare
“Rising Amazons in Healthcare: Equipping the Next Generation of Icons.”
ICWH is an annual international platform that brings together women across healthcare to learn, lead, connect and shape the future through mentorship, leadership development, collaboration and advocacy.
ICWH — A Vision for the Future
ICWH exists to elevate women in healthcare: to create mentorship pathways, strengthen leadership, foster interprofessional collaboration, and drive advocacy that leads to measurable improvements in women’s health and the systems that support it.
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“Rising Amazons in Healthcare”
Equipping the next generation of icons through practical skills, mentorship and opportunities to lead.
Explore Programme HighlightsAbout ICWH
The International Conference for Women in Healthcare (ICWH) is an annual international platform connecting students, clinicians, researchers, educators, advocates and partners to accelerate professional development, mentorship and advocacy for women across healthcare disciplines.
- Annual international platform focused on women in healthcare
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Interprofessional collaboration and networking
- Women’s health advocacy, including cervical cancer awareness and HPV vaccination advocacy
- Community engagement and practical workshops
The ICWH Experience
A curated programme of mentorship, leadership and collaboration designed for emerging and established healthcare leaders.
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Leadership
Practical leadership workshops and coaching to build capability and confidence.
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Collaboration
Interprofessional sessions that foster teamwork across clinical, academic and policy sectors.
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Advocacy
Sessions on women’s health advocacy, policy influence and community impact.
Programme Highlights
Key programme elements planned for ICWH 2026.
- Opening & Keynote Conversations — Inspiring leadership and vision.
- Leadership & Mentorship Sessions — Practical coaching and long-term mentorship planning.
- Interprofessional Collaboration — Cross-sector panels and case studies.
- Cervical Cancer Awareness Walk — Community engagement and public awareness.
- HPV Vaccination Advocacy — Policy and outreach sessions.
- Networking & Community — Structured networking to build partnerships.
ICWH 2026 · FIRST EDITION
Umuahia is where it begins.
August 2026 · Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria — Targeting 1,200+ participants across students, healthcare professionals, educators and partners.
Speakers
Speaker announcements are coming soon. We are curating a diverse lineup of healthcare leaders, educators and advocates.
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Partners & Sponsors
Build the future with us. We welcome institutional partners, sponsors and collaborators who share our vision.
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There is a place for your story.
Join ICWH 2026. Whether you are a student, practitioner, educator or organisation, your voice and participation matter.
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Location
Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria