Dear WAS Members and Friends,
This week, we'd like to share three updates, including: Read on to stay informed and engaged with our latest initiatives and upcoming events. | | FLASSES Webinar: Sexual Desire August 15th at 3 pm CET | | | We are pleased to announce an upcoming webinar presented by WAS federation, FLASSES (The Latin American Federation of Sexology Societies), in collaboration with WAS.
This live session will explore the interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and addressing Sexual Desire. The webinar will be conducted in Spanish, the second official language of WAS, and live captions will be available in multiple languages to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all participants. We warmly invite our extensive following in Latin America to join us for this informative event.
Title: Exploring Sexual Desire Through Interdisciplinary Approaches / Interdisciplinariedad en el Deseo Sexual de las Personas
Date: August 15, 2024
Time: 3:00 pm CET
Duration: 90 minutes
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Speakers and Topics: - Dr. Silvina Valente (Argentina): Psychosexual approach to hypoactive sexual desire in women
- Dr. Santiago Cedrés (Uruguay): Psychosexual approach to hypoactive sexual desire in men
- Dr. Felipe Hurtado (Spain): Sexual desire in female survivors of Female Genital Modifications
- Dr. Verónica Delgado (Mexico): Sexual desire in people with mental disorders and/or use of psychotropic drugs
- Moderator: Jaqueline Brendler (Brazil): Gynecologist and specialist in human sexuality
This webinar promises to provide valuable insights into the complexities of Sexual Desire and the benefits of interdisciplinary collaboration in Sexual Health research and practice. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field. Join us in the run-up to the FLASSES Congress for this enriching session. | | Nos complace anunciar un próximo seminario web presentado por la federación WAS, FLASSES (La Federación Latinoamericana de Sociedades de Sexología), en colaboración con WAS.
Esta sesión en vivo explorará los enfoques interdisciplinarios para comprender y abordar el deseo sexual. El seminario web se llevará a cabo en español, el segundo idioma oficial de WAS, y habrá subtítulos en vivo disponibles en varios idiomas para garantizar la inclusión y accesibilidad para todos los participantes. Invitamos calurosamente a nuestra amplia audiencia en América Latina a unirse a nosotros para este evento informativo.
Título: Interdisciplinariedad en el Deseo Sexual de las Personas
Fecha: 15 de agosto de 2024
Hora: 3:00 pm CET
Duración: 90 minutos
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Ponentes y Temas: - Dra. Silvina Valente (Argentina): Enfoque psicosocial del deseo sexual hipoactivo en mujeres
- Dr. Santiago Cedrés (Uruguay): Enfoque psicosocial del deseo sexual hipoactivo en hombres
- Dr. Felipe Hurtado (España): Deseo sexual en mujeres sobrevivientes de mutilación genital femenina
- Dra. Verónica Delgado (México): Deseo sexual en personas con trastornos mentales y/o uso de psicofármacos
- Moderadora: Jaqueline Brendler (Brasil): Ginecóloga y especialista en sexualidad humana
Este seminario web promete ofrecer valiosas ideas sobre las complejidades del deseo sexual y los beneficios de la colaboración interdisciplinaria en la investigación y práctica de la salud sexual. No te pierdas esta oportunidad de aprender de expertos líderes en el campo. Únete a nosotros en la preparación del Congreso de FLASSES para esta enriquecedora sesión. | | International Journal of Sexual Health Achievements in 2024 | | | | We are pleased to share some statistics and achievements for the official journal of WAS, the International Journal of Sexual Health (IJSH) so far in 2024:
Total Article Downloads: The IJSH has achieved an impressive 67,667 article downloads.
Q2 2024 Downloads: In the second quarter alone, the journal saw 34,747 downloads. | | | These figures highlight the journal's growing influence and reach within the academic and wider community.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Eli Coleman, the editor of the IJSH, for his dedication and hard work in maintaining the journal's high standards and contributing to its success.
As a reminder, individual members of WAS have access to the IJSH as a benefit of their membership. This provides a valuable resource for staying informed on the latest research and developments in the field of Sexual Health.
If you're not already a member, consider joining WAS for only $75 USD per year or $50 USD if you are a member of a Member Organization or Federation. Membership is for a 12-month period and offers numerous benefits, including access to the IJSH.
For more information or to sign up, please visit our membership page, linked below. | | Joint Statement from WHO, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNAIDS and UN Women | | | United Nations agencies, including WHO, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNAIDS, and UN Women, issued a joint statement emphasizing the urgent need to prioritize and strengthen access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) globally.
This statement highlights the significant progress made since the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and underscores the actions required to advance SRHR as part of universal health coverage.
Key Points of the Statement: - Evidence-Based Guidance: Implementing normative guidance to ensure high-quality, rights-based care.
- Investment in Women and Girls: Promoting reproductive rights and agency, yielding social and economic benefits.
- Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Accelerating access to education to enhance the health and well-being of girls and women.
- Health Interventions for Youth: Designing and delivering youth-centric health solutions.
- Innovative Technologies: Utilizing telemedicine, AI, and big data to expand service access, particularly in remote areas.
- Resilient Health Systems: Strengthening health systems to deliver comprehensive SRHR services at the primary healthcare level.
- Collaboration: Encouraging collaboration among governments, civil society, and the private sector to advance SRHR.
The statement underscores the importance of collaborative efforts from governments, civil society, and the private sector to ensure everyone can realize their SRHR, thereby advancing gender equality and human rights.
It serves as a reference for reinforcing your SRHR advocacy efforts. We encourage you to share it within your networks and incorporate its key messages into your activities and events. | | Thank you for being a valued member of our community and for your ongoing dedication to promoting Sexual Health and Rights worldwide.
Warm regards,
The World Association for Sexual Health
As we conclude, please remember to mark your calendars for these important upcoming WAS events:
World Sexual Health Day on September 4, 2024. Join us as we celebrate and advocate for Sexual Health and Rights across the globe.
The 27th Congress of the World Association for Sexual Health will be held in Brisbane, Australia, from June 16-19, 2025. We are now calling for Abstract Submissions. | | |  | |
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