Endometriosis Australia: Our Impact
How we help those living with endometriosis
Endometriosis Australia advocates for people affected by endometriosis, a chronic condition impacting millions worldwide.
We’re dedicated to improving lives through comprehensive support programs, patient education, research funding, policy advocacy and support services designed to make a real difference.
Our services are designed to help with endometriosis access to better care. Read more about how we help below.
Spotlight: EndoAcademy - Regional Nurses Scholarship Program
Raise Awareness and Education
We run nationwide campaigns, seminars, and distribute educational resources to raise endometriosis awareness for patients and healthcare professionals.
Research | Grants Program
We fund critical research projects focused on finding better treatments and ultimately, a cure for endometriosis.
Explore our current research initiatives below.
Policy & Advocacy | Driving Change
Endometriosis Australia advocates for policy changes, including the National Action Plan for Endometriosis (NAPE) and campaigns for increased government research funding to improve care and outcomes for people with endometriosis.
EndoAcademy | Endo Nurse Training
Our ACNF Nurse Scholarship: Financial support for endometriosis nursing specialists and advanced training.
Learn about our endometriosis scholarship program and how to apply below.
EndoThrive | Endo-Friendly Workplaces
Our EndoThrive Program is built on academic research and designed to help Australian employers better support employees living with endometriosis.
Learn how to create a more inclusive workplace that understands endometriosis needs below.
EndoVoices | Your Advocacy Forum
Through our Endo Voices forum, people with endometriosis directly shape our work by sharing what gaps exist in care, what challenges they face, and what policy changes they need.
Your insights and experience inform our advocacy priorities. Join us below.
Find Support Services
Endometriosis Australia connects you to support services across Australia, including local and online peer support groups and healthcare professionals experienced in endometriosis care.
Find pelvic pain clinics or support groups below.
Endo Stories, News and Blogs
Find trusted, up-to-date information about endometriosis – from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment pathways – and connect with real experiences through stories from Australians living with the condition.
Read more below.
Worldwide EndoMarch
Worldwide EndoMarch is a global campaign raising awareness for endometriosis. As part of the movement, Endometriosis Australia hosts an annual virtual symposium featuring leading researchers, patient advocates, and expert panellists discussing endometriosis research, treatment advances, and lived experiences.
Get Involved | Make A Difference
Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply learn more, you’ll join a passionate community working to raise awareness, fund research, and provide support for people with endometriosis.
Explore ways to support our work below.
FAQs
Have more questions?
You can visit our Frequently Asked Questions section below.
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Past and Present Campaigns
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- Endometriosis patients wait on average 6.5 years to receive a diagnosis, which is one of the most significant barriers to receiving adequate medical treatment and improving their quality of life.
- It is crucial that individuals living with endometriosis can access the medical and fertility care information they need.
- Donations raised with Endometriosis Australia go towards helping individuals affected by endometriosis through our key pillars.
- All funds raised through community donors and the gift of philanthropy are directed to our research grants, production costs for digital and other resources, information, and education.
Raising awareness for the nearly 1 million people living with endometriosis to reduce the stigma and lessen the isolation.
- State and Federal Government advocacy including the National Action Plan for Endometriosis
- Advocating for more specialised endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics
- Creating resources providing evidence-based information
- Educating about endometriosis to reduce the time between symptoms and diagnosis
- Delivering our EndoAcademy Nurses Scholarship program to support regional areas
- Funding for endometriosis research