Country Women's Association
The Country Women's Association (CWA) is a women's organisation in Australia, which seeks to advances interests of women, families, and communities in Australia, especially those in rural, regional, and remote areas.
CWA building at Bungendore, New South Wales | |
| Abbreviation | CWA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 20 April 1922 |
| Founder | Grace Munro, Florence Gordon |
| Founded at | Country Club, Twyford House, Sydney |
| Type | Not-for-profit organisation |
| Purpose | To improve the conditions for women and children and make life better for families, especially those living in rural and remote Australia. |
| Website | cwaa |
It comprises seven independent State and Territory Associations. Historically there was an national coordinating body, but this was discontinued in 2022 due to the availability of other communication mechanisms.
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