The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia

The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) is a professional association. 
Membership mostly comprises hospital pharmacists, but is open to pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students. The organisation aims to support and provide professional development to its members and be an advocate for improved medicines management in policy and practice. The society also produces various publications, including the Journal of Pharmacy Practice and Research (JPPR).
Formation.
The Society of Hospital Pharmacists Australia was founded in Victoria, Australia in 1941. The society's inaugural committee members include Fred J. Boyd and Charles B Macgibbon. The organisation began its first two decades as a Victorian organisation. Following the inclusion of other state branches, the SHPA became a national body in 1961.
Structure.
The SHPA is supported by branches, as well as committees of specialty practice. The Melbourne based secretariat, maintains the society's administrative services as directed by the member elected board. As of 2014, the society had 3268 members.
Awards.
Glaxo Medal of Merit.
Annually for outstanding service to Australian hospital pharmacy:
Recipients:
Fred J. Boyd Award.
Biennially for outstanding contribution to Australian hospital pharmacy:
Recipients: