Topic: 'Redefining strength and resilience in orthopaedics'
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For the sixth year running, AOA invites all female medical students, interns, and junior doctors not yet on the AOA 21 Training Program to enter the 2025 OWL Essay.
Let us know your thoughts on the theme above in a maximum of 750 words and you could be flying to present your essay at the 2025 AOA ASM in Hobart (or a state-based ASM of your choice).
Submissions are open and close 5pm AEST Tuesday 15 July.

Prize details
The winner will receive:
- complimentary registration to the AOA ASM in Hobart in October, or alternatively, a state ASM in 2025/26 (including social events on the program)
- return flights (outside of Hobart or state/territory of residence if attending a state ASM)
- up two nights' accommodation to attend the AOA ASM or state ASM (one nights' accommodation if the ASM chosen is one day)
- (if available) opportunity to present your essay at your chosen ASM (optional)
- your essay published in AOA's flagship publication, the AOA Bulletin, with announcements across AOA socials.
For more information, read the
2025 OWL Essay terms and conditions.