Australian Wound Management Association

Wounds Australia, formerly the Australian Wound Management Association (AWMA), is the peak professional body for wound management in Australia. As a multidisciplinary non-profit organization, it focuses on advocacy, education, and the development of evidence-based clinical standards to improve wound prevention and healing outcomes. The association represents a diverse group of healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, and researchers, providing them with resources, professional development, and a platform for collaboration. Wounds Australia is also responsible for publishing the peer-reviewed journal Wound Practice and Research and hosting major national conferences. The organization plays a critical role in setting national standards for wound care and influencing health policy to support patients with chronic and acute wounds.