Dear WAS Members and Friends,
This week, we bring you important updates on upcoming WAS 2025 deadlines, a warm welcome from the WAS Congress President, and news from our new regional federation, EMFeSH. Please find the details below.
| | Welcome Message from WAS Congress President Armin Ariana | | | | Associate Professor Armin Ariana, President of the WAS 2025 Congress, invites you to join us next June in Brisbane.
In his welcome message, Professor Ariana highlights the Congress as an exceptional opportunity for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advancing sexual health worldwide. He underscores the value of bringing together diverse voices and expertise to address the most pressing issues in Sexual Health and Rights today. | | Final Reminder: Key WAS 2025 Deadlines on November 10 | | | | The countdown is on! Sunday, November 10, 2024, marks the final deadline for:
Abstract Submissions – Share your research, innovations, and insights to be part of WAS 2025's impactful program. Submit your abstract here.
Gold Medal Award Nominations – Nominate individuals or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to sexual health and rights. Send your nomination to WAS Executive Director René de Klerk at exec@worldsexualhealth.net.
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the 27th World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) Congress in Brisbane, Australia. | | Spotlight on EMFeSH: A New Federation for the East Mediterranean Region | | | | In a landmark move, WAS now has an official federation dedicated to the East Mediterranean region—an important step in our mission to be a truly global organization. For many years, WAS supported a Middle East Committee, but recognizing the unique needs and challenges of the East Mediterranean, we have now established the East Mediterranean Federation of Sexual Health (EMFeSH). This federation ensures that the priorities of this region are represented and advocated on the global stage.
The formation of EMFeSH was led by Dr. Faysal El Kak, nominated by the WAS Executive Committee as the federation's inaugural president. Together with an exceptional board of founding members, Dr. El Kak has united leaders from across the East Mediterranean, bringing a wealth of expertise to advance sexual health in the region.
EMFeSH represents a vital step in ensuring the voices and needs of the East Mediterranean are firmly included in our global agenda, and we look forward to its contributions to advancing sexual health. | | Intersex Day of Solidarity – November 8 | | | | As we approach Intersex Day of Solidarity on November 8, WAS reaffirms its commitment to advancing understanding, respect, and inclusion for intersex individuals in Sexual Health, Rights, Justice, and Pleasure. This day serves as a reminder of the importance of advocating for the rights of intersex people, who often face unique health challenges and social stigma.
It is vital to recognize that intersex children have the right not to be subjected to non-emergency surgeries. Such interventions should only occur if they are life-saving or medically necessary, ensuring that decisions about bodily autonomy are respected and supported as they grow older.
We encourage our members and friends to deepen their understanding of intersex issues, promote awareness, and advocate for inclusive practices within their communities and professions. | | Thank you for your continued dedication to promoting Sexual Health, Rights, Justice and Pleasure worldwide.
Warm regards,
The World Association for Sexual Health | | Support the Mission of WAS We invite you to support the ongoing work of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS).
Your contributions help us continue our mission of promoting Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice globally. Consider becoming a supporting member or making a financial contribution today.
Donations are tax-deductible in the USA. | | | |  | |
0 comments:
Post a Comment