Human Rights Day: Sexual Rights Are Human Rights

Join us in celebrating dignity, equality, and justice while advancing sexual rights and health for all. Together, we create change!

View this email in your browser Dear WAS Members and Friends, Today, on International Human Rights Day, we celebrate the universal principles of dignity, equality, and justice that underpin all human rights. Sexual rights are human rights, essential to achieving the highest attainable sexual health and well-being for all. The WAS Declaration on Sexual Rights emphasizes the right to autonomy, bodily integrity, equality, and freedom from discrimination and violence. It reaffirms the importance of a positive, inclusive approach to sexuality and sexual health, rooted in human dignity and the principles of universal human rights. As we reflect on this day, we call on leaders, communities, and individuals to uphold and protect these rights, ensuring a world where everyone can live free from harm, stigma, and inequality, and where sexual health and rights are respected, protected, and fulfilled. Together, we can advance a future where human rights and sexual rights are realities for ALL. Alain Giami, Vice President of WAS, Lyzzeth Alvarado, President of APSSES and President of CLASES 2024, Felipe Hurtado, President of FLASSES WAS and FLASSES Unite in Lima During the recent FLASSES Congress in Lima, WAS and the Latin American Federation of Sexology and Sexual Education (FLASSES) signed a pivotal statement reinforcing our shared dedication to advancing sexual health and rights across Latin America. This collaboration marks a significant step toward regional and global progress. Read the statement here Durante el reciente Congreso de FLASSES en Lima, la Asociación Mundial para la Salud Sexual (WAS) y la Federación Latinoamericana de Sociedades de Sexología y Educación Sexual (FLASSES) firmaron una declaración fundamental que refuerza nuestro compromiso compartido de promover la salud sexual y los derechos sexuales en toda América Latina. Esta colaboración marca un paso significativo hacia el progreso regional y global. Lee la declaración aquí Final Reminder: WAS General Assembly on December 12 The WAS General Assembly will take place online on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 15:00 South African Standard Time. This is a vital opportunity for the WAS community to review the year's progress, vote on updates to the WAS statutes, and shape strategies for the future of sexual health and rights. Member Organizations, we need your RSVP Please confirm your attendance by sharing: How many people will be attending Who will be representing your organization RSVP and send any questions to Renè de Klerk at exec@worldsexualhealth.net. Let's come together to advance our shared mission and make the GA a success. Thank you for your support. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to advancing sexual health, rights, justice, and pleasure for ALL. Warm regards, The World Association for Sexual Health Upcoming WAS 2025 Deadlines: Submissions for Sexuality Education Award Nominations: 31 December 2024 Early Bird Registration: 28 February 2025 Accommodation Bookings: 17 May 2025 Standard Registration: 30 May 2025 Click here to visit the WAS website Not on our mailing list yet? Sign up here! 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. Donate Here Copyright © 2024 World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), All rights reserved. You are receiving this newsletter because you have previously expressed interest in our content by opting in on our website or through participation in one of our online events, such as our monthly webinars. We're committed to keeping you informed with the latest updates and insights. Our mailing address is: World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) 1300 South 2nd Street Suite 180 West Bank Office Building Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.