Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) is the thought leader in advancing women’s health through science, policy, and education.

Core values

- **Addressing Health Disparities**: SWHR works to eliminate health disparities, particularly those affecting women and women of color, by advocating for their inclusion in clinical trials and addressing the compounded harms and challenges associated with gender and race[2][3].
- **Promoting Women's Health**: The organization champions policies to improve women's health across the lifespan, translating scientific evidence into policies that reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes[1][5].
- **Heart Health Policy Agenda**: SWHR's specific initiatives, such as the Heart Health Policy Agenda, aim to address gender disparities in heart health, which is a leading cause of death for women. This agenda includes comprehensive recommendations for policymakers to improve education, research, clinical care, coverage, and prevention[3].
- **Education and Awareness**: SWHR raises awareness of health disparities and unmet needs in women’s health, creating engaging and scientifically-driven content for diverse audiences[1].
- **Inclusive and Evidence-Based**: The organization ensures that its work is evidence-based, vetted by experts, and inclusive of patient perspectives, which helps in addressing the real needs of women living with various health conditions[1].