| Dear WAS Members and Friends,
In this week's update, we spotlight the 27th Congress of the World Association for Sexual Health which is to take place in Brisbane, recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility, pay tribute to Milton Diamond, and share insights from WAS Vice President Alain Giami's recent conference engagement at the Journées Francophones de Sexologie et Santé Sexuelle in Marseille (France).
Keep reading to learn more. | | | Save the Date: #WAS2025
Brisbane, Australia,
June 16 - 19 2025 | | We are thrilled to announce a landmark event: the upcoming WAS Congress is set to take place in Brisbane, Australia, from June 16 - 19, 2025.
For the first time, this WAS Congress will be a combined endeavor with the regional Federation Congress, embodying WAS's dedication to reinforcing our regional federations and offering more regionally pertinent gatherings on a global scale.
This joint effort between WAS, the Asia-Oceania Federation for Sexology (AOFS), the Society of Australian Sexologists and the Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM) will unite the brightest minds in sexual health from every corner of the world.
Details on the agenda and themes are currently being developed, and we invite all members to reserve these dates in their calendars. Stay tuned for additional announcements about registration and abstract submissions in the near future. | | | International Transgender Day of Visibility - March 31 | | Image source: gsa.ucalgary.ca
The International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is upon us, a day dedicated to celebrating the courage and contributions of transgender individuals while acknowledging the challenges they face.
WAS stands in solidarity with the transgender community and call upon our members to commemorate this significant day. Let us use our platforms and voices to support visibility, equality, and the incredible diversity within our communities.
| |  | | Dr. Milton Diamond (Mickey) with his beloved wife, Connie Milton | | | Remembering Milton Diamond (1934-2024) | | With profound respect, we honor the memory of Dr. Milton Diamond, who passed away on March 20, 2024, at the age of 90.
A visionary in the study of sexual development, Dr. Diamond's pioneering research has significantly advanced our understanding of gender identity and the intersection of anatomy, endocrinology and social influence. His extensive body of work, covering diverse species and deeply influencing both scientific thought, clinical practice and policy, has left an indelible mark on the fields of anatomy and psychology of sexuality.
Dr. Diamond's scholarly and clinical contributions were recognized when he was awarded the WAS Gold Medal Award, the confederation's highest honor, in Singapore in 2015. His tenure as Chairman of the Hawaii AIDS Task Group and his presidency of prominent sexual research societies (the IASR in particular) further underscore his enduring impact on the field.
As we continue to build upon his rich legacy, his insights and dedication to sexual health will remain an inspiration to future generations of researchers and clinicians. Dr. Diamond's distinguished career and the gold medal distinction are a testament to his exceptional contributions to sexual science and education.
Read the tribute to Dr. Diamond from the Pacific Center for Sex and Society here. | |  | | Elna Rudolph, Milton Diamond (with his WAS Gold Medal Award) and Kevan Wylie at the WAS Congress in Singapore, 2015 | | | WAS Vice President Alain Giami at the JF3S Marseille Conference | | | WAS Vice President, Alain Giami, recently chaired a Sexual Justice Consultation at the Journées Francophones de Sexologie et de Santé Sexuelle in Marseille. The conference, held from March 21-23, 2024, saw over 100 participants engaging in vital discussions on Sexual Health and Rights. | | As we move forward, let us continue our commitment to enhancing sexual health, advocating for rights and justice, and supporting each other in our professional and activist endeavors.
Your dedication and efforts are crucial to our collective success.
Warm regards,
The World Association for Sexual Health | | |  | |
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