Luma

Luma Luma is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit organisations specialising in women’s health and wellbeing.

For over 45 years, we've been providing safe, supportive and accessible healthcare services to women and families in WA. Womens Health & Family Services is a Not For Profit organisation operated by a team of all female staff. We specialize in women's health and family issues and our services include medical, counselling, drug and alcohol support, domestic violence, mental health, nutrition and other health services for women, their children and their families. WHFS is open to all West Australian women including Aboriginal, migrant and refugee women, and their families. Creche facilities and interpreting services are available.

When clinicians feel confident, women get better care. 💫After last night's GP Education Event, 100% of attendees said th...
12/03/2026

When clinicians feel confident, women get better care. 💫

After last night's GP Education Event, 100% of attendees said they now feel more confident to support women facing pelvic pain, endometriosis and menopause – the type of impact that reaches far beyond one night.

“I’ve never seen a more connected room of professionals. Everybody was engaged. I loved the chance to network and talk to each expert in a small group setting.” – GP event attendee.

A big thanks to our speakers: Dr Sean Copson Thi Anh Oliver Anh Oliver, Caitlin Roche & Irina Baimatova.

We’re continuing to grow this space. Leave us a comment with your suggestions on women's health education topics for GPs – we'd love your input!

Progress wouldn't be possible without OUR LUMA TEAM! Behind every great woman are the trailblazers who came before her —...
08/03/2026

Progress wouldn't be possible without OUR LUMA TEAM! Behind every great woman are the trailblazers who came before her — those who inspire us to keep going. Here’s to all of them. 💫

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We can’t talk about without recognising the women whose voices go unheard. Healthcare must be shaped around the unique...
07/03/2026

We can’t talk about without recognising the women whose voices go unheard. Healthcare must be shaped around the unique barriers women face — especially those in vulnerable groups.

One-size-fits-all healthcare simply doesn't fit anyone. It’s time to listen, amplify their voices, and design health access that reflects the full range of women’s experiences. 🧡

A short history of women’s health milestones over the years — we've come a long way, but we still have a long way to go....
06/03/2026

A short history of women’s health milestones over the years — we've come a long way, but we still have a long way to go.

True health equality will be achieved when every woman has access to care that listens, understands, and delivers treatment and services tailored to her needs. 💫

Real progress for women means forging new pathways, uncomfortable conversations and a constant fight for change.And let’...
05/03/2026

Real progress for women means forging new pathways, uncomfortable conversations and a constant fight for change.

And let’s be honest – real progress often feels like banging on the same door a million times until someone finally opens it.

When our team connected with others doing the work through events, we were grateful to pause, rethink progress, and forge ahead together.

Because progress is urgent and necessary. At the UN Women IWD lunch, Curtin Professor Dr Hannah McGlade reminded us that 10 women have already been killed this year – 9 of them Aboriginal or from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Lives have been cut short, and women from vulnerable groups continue to suffer most. There aren’t enough flexible, culturally safe health options to improve this, at the rate we need it. And that’s a door we’ll never stop banging on.

“If we’re serious about balancing the scales, we must stop pretending it’s a women’s issue – and start recognising it’s a systems issue.” – said human rights lawyer Rabia Siddique at the Ngala IWD Breakfast this morning.

Systems must change. And that change takes courage, discomfort and consistent work to forge new pathways.

Thank you UN Women, Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Services Inc & Ngala for creating spaces to reflect, and keep moving forward together this IWD

Our GP event is almost sold out! ✨And, we've added two incredible new speakers:1️⃣ Dr Irina Baimatova: A highly trained ...
05/03/2026

Our GP event is almost sold out! ✨

And, we've added two incredible new speakers:

1️⃣ Dr Irina Baimatova: A highly trained vascular surgeon, renowned for her deeply patient-centric approach, emphasising excellent results and a swift return to health. She's also a Clinical Senior Lecturer at Curtin University, with plenty of experience working in hospitals across Australia and NZ.

2️⃣ Dr Caitlin Roche: A RANZCOG Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Fellow who provides high-quality care to women and infants in WA. She offers fertility care and reproductive endocrinology support with patient-focused, research-led and innovative approach. Dr Roche has also contributed to research across pregnancy, IVF, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, and contraception.

Join us next Wednesday evening (11 March) for an inspiring, educating evening.

More info/tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/luma-gp-education-event-pelvicpain-menopause

03/03/2026

We’re coming to Shenton Park! 🩺🧡

Later this month, our doors will open closer to home for women in the western suburbs.

Our new clinic offers compassionate, evidence-based care for endometriosis, menopause, pregnancy, s*xual health, iron infusions, pelvic pain, PCOS & a whole lot more - supporting the demand in the local community.

Bookings will open in a few weeks ✨

For International Women's Day, we're bringing pelvic pain, endometriosis & menopause knowledge into the medical field by...
26/02/2026

For International Women's Day, we're bringing pelvic pain, endometriosis & menopause knowledge into the medical field by hosting an education event for general practitioners – and we only have 15 tickets left!

Some of our amazing speakers are:

Dr Simone Altaf: Luma’s Medical Director, renowned for her comprehensive support of women through menopause, contraception, and other women’s health concerns. She has 24 years of experience as a midwife, doctor, and general practitioner.

Dr Sean Copson: A Gynaecologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon focused on holistic care to improve women’s health outcomes. A specialist in endometriosis, he completed a two-year AGES Fellowship covering all stages of the condition.

Thi Anh Oliver is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with over 11 years’ experience in the WA health sector. She combines advanced musculoskeletal and pelvic health expertise with a passion for education and empowerment to achieve lasting results for her patients.

*More speakers to be announced!

Register your place through this link, or share it with your GP network: https://events.humanitix.com/luma-gp-education-event-pelvicpain-menopause.

Our hearts break for the women affected by the endometriosis surgery news in Melbourne — this is why transparency, accou...
25/02/2026

Our hearts break for the women affected by the endometriosis surgery news in Melbourne — this is why transparency, accountability, and evidence-based care must always be at the centre of endometriosis treatment and women’s health.

If you have questions or concerns relating to endometriosis care, feel free to leave a comment or send us a direct message and we’ll get your questions answered from by our experts.

Only 2 in 5 Australian women understand health adequately – and we’re working to change that. [1] Health knowledge is DE...
24/02/2026

Only 2 in 5 Australian women understand health adequately – and we’re working to change that. [1]

Health knowledge is DEEPLY connected to health outcomes. So for years, we've been running workshops and presentations in communities to raise the health literacy levels.

Our talks focus on what matters to women: perimenopause and menopause, endometriosis and pelvic pain, stress and wellbeing, preventive health checks & more – blending evidence-based research with real stories.

We’re excited to launch this expanded service into: 💫 Health and Wellbeing Education 💫

This means we now offer:

💬 Community Education: where it all began, but we’ve doubled our team to bring more engaging women’s health workshops and topics to community groups.
💼 Corporate Education: our newest addition, helping workplaces support the women in their teams through wellbeing education.
💫 Youth Programs: engaging programs in high schools and youth spaces to help young women create healthy relationships, care for their mental health, and stay safe online.

Find out more: https://luma.org.au/services/health-and-wellbeing-education/

[1] AIWH, 2018.

While this year’s Rotto Swim has just been cancelled, we want to celebrate the incredible training and dedication from E...
20/02/2026

While this year’s Rotto Swim has just been cancelled, we want to celebrate the incredible training and dedication from Esus Centre and Dream Team! We also thank all 160 donors who generously supported them to raise funds for our women's health services.

Thank you from the bottom of our heart — we hope you get to swim next year. 💫🐬

As far as we know, all donations will still go toward supporting the charities, helping women and children access our lifechanging care.

20/02/2026

Too many women just quietly endure painful s*x and vaginal irritation after menopause! It’s common - but it’s also easily treated in most cases.

You don't have to just put up with it - speak to your GP or our Sexual Health Specialist Dr Michelle 🩺💙

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227 Newcastle Street
Perth, WA
6003

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Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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Womens Health & Family Services

WHFS has offices in Northbridge and Joondalup, Western Australia

WHFS is a Not For Profit organisation operated by a team of all female staff. We specialize in women's health and family issues and our services include medical, counselling, drug and alcohol support, domestic violence, mental health, nutrition and other health services for women, their children and their families. We are open to all West Australian women including Aboriginal, migrant and refugee women, and their families. Creche facilities and interpreting services are available.