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Welcome to VAMCHN

Victorian Association of Maternal and Child Health Nurses 

The Victorian Association of Maternal and Child Health Nurses Inc (VAMCHN) is Victoria's peak professional body committed to the advancement of maternal and child health nursing.

The purpose of the Association is to:

  • To continue the work and activities of the preceding VAMCHN groups. (I think it is important to have this first to reassure everyone that the overriding intention is to carry on the work of the previous groups.)
  • To promote the professional, industrial and educational interests of members through representation at State and Local government, conferences, projects and research relevant to MCHN.
  • To provide peer support, networking opportunities and resources for members relevant to their practice.
  • To recognise excellence in MCH Service and provide scholarships for members.

To promote the professional and educational interests of MCH Nurses

  • To promote the professional and educational interests of Maternal & Child Health Nurses (MCH)
  • To provide peer support and networking for exchange of knowledge and experience
  • To raise the public profile of MCH nurses in metropolitan and rural areas
  • To continue working in close liaison with Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (ANMF Vic Branch)
  • To liaise with the Department of Education & Training (DET), the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) and other related government departments on issues related to the MCH service
VAMCHN Rules of Group 2014

Chair Anne Colohan
Vice Chair Kylie Somerville
Secretary Lesley Kueter-Luks
Treasurer Janet White
Membership and Merchandise Karen MacDonald
Web Master Pauline Chandler
Editor and Newsletter (Vacant)
ANMF Professional Officer Belinda Clarke
Rural Representative Leesa Hooker
General Committee Members Sarah Hare, Megan Falzon, Elen Mcdonald
Student Representative (La Trobe) Lucy Korevaar

As a professional body of the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (ANMF Vic Branch), the Victorian Association of Maternal & Child Health Nurses (VAMCHN) is committed to providing financial support for members to further enhance their knowledge through professional development and additional study. Scholarships and Grants are available for members - see application information on the' Scholarships and Grants' page.

Acknowledgement of significant member contribution is recognised through the Fran Morris Award - see the 'Fran Morris Award' page.

About VAMCHN

The Victorian Association of Maternal and Child Health Nurses Inc (VAMCHN) is Victoria's peak professional body committed to the advancement of maternal and child health nursing.

Latest News

VAMCHN and external news

VAMCHN Inc 2024 Update

Behind the scenes many people have been working extremely hard to transition the Victorian Association of Maternal and Child Health nurses to an Incorporated Association.

Professional Standards for Practice 2024

As part of your membership this year we are including a hard copy of the Profession Standards of practice if you join the association by 31 October 2024.

VAMCHN Inc 2024 Member Survey

If you are a VAMCHN Inc member, please complete the following survey. The results of this survey will guide our work moving forward in line with the Objectives of the Association.

ANMF / VAMCHN Celebration of 100yrs of MCH Nursing in Victoria

Click here to view the ANMF/VAMCHN presentation of the celebration of 100yrs of MCH Nursing in Victoria

  • Added: Thu 29 Jun, 2017