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View this email in your browser Dear WAS Members and Friends, Across the world, professionals dedicated to Sexual Health and Rights are facing unprecedented challenges. Funding cuts, program closures, and travel restrictions have disrupted vital work, leaving countless advocates and experts uncertain about the future of their field. Yet, in the face of these obstacles, our global community remains unwavering in its mission: to advance Sexual Health, Rights, Justice, and Pleasure for ALL. Now, more than ever, it is essential to gather, strategize, and stand together. With just 10 days left to secure your early bird registration for the 27th Congress of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS 2025), we invite you to join us in Brisbane, Australia (June 16–19, 2025). This congress will not only be a meeting of minds—it will be a declaration that our work continues, strengthens, and thrives.   ⏳ 10 Days Left – Secure Your WAS 2025 Early Bird Registration! Act Fast & Save up to $110! This is your last chance to take advantage of early bird savings for WAS 2025! Join us in Brisbane, Australia, from June 16–19, 2025 Early Bird Registration Closes 11:59pm AEDT Friday 28 February 2025   Grab your early bird access! Why Attend WAS 2025? ✔ Defy the pushback—stand united in a time of political and social challenges. ✔ Engage with world-renowned speakers shaping the future of sexual health. ✔ Expand your network and build international collaborations. ✔ Explore a dynamic program with expert panels, interactive workshops, and groundbreaking research. ✔ Experience Brisbane's vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and welcoming atmosphere. This Congress is a statement of resilience. Join us.   48 hours until our Free Webinar:  Publishing in the IJSH Date: February 20, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM Johannesburg Click here to find your local time. Get ready to navigate the academic publishing world with confidence. Join Dr. Eli Coleman, Editor-in-Chief of WAS' Official Journal, the IJSH, along with a panel of experienced researchers. They'll share practical advice and actionable tips to help you publish your work successfully. What's in it for you?   📚 Learn key strategies for getting published. 📚 Discover ethical considerations, including how AI is shaping research. 📚 Get insights on methodologies for survey, psychological, and sociological studies. Meet the Panel:   Dr. Eli Coleman: A leader in sexual and gender health. Dr. Eusebio Rubio-Aurioles: Ethical guidelines in sexual medicine. Debbie Herbenick: Survey research on pleasure and behavior. Manuela Peixoto: Psychological and quantitative studies. Xiangnan Chai, PhD: Sociological research on HIV/AIDS and LGBT health. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned researcher, this webinar is for you. Register here to save your place Thank you to our sponsors for WAS 2025 Silver Sponsor   Destination Sponsors   Sexuality, Scholarship, and the Struggle for Free Expression: Panel Discussion As discussions around sexuality, free expression, and censorship become increasingly urgent, we invite you to an important panel hosted by the Woodhull Freedom Foundation and sponsored by le Shaw (The International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute). This event is being shared as part of WAS' commitment to supporting key member organizations, including the International Academy of Sex Research (IASR), which plays a vital role in advancing scientific inquiry and advocacy in the field of Sexual Health and Rights.   Date: Friday, February 28, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM EST Location: Live on Zoom (Recording available on Woodhull's YouTube afterward) Free Registration ASL interpretation provided This panel brings together leading experts in sexuality research and advocacy to explore the growing challenges of censorship and its impact on scholarship, public discourse, and sexual rights. Please help us spread the word by sharing this event with your colleagues, students, and networks. Let's keep these conversations alive!   Register here to save your place With 10 days left for early WAS 2025 bird registration and the IJSH Publishing Webinar just around the corner, we encourage you to take action now.  Warm regards, The World Association for Sexual Health Upcoming WAS 2025 Deadlines: 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 © 2025 World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), All rights reserved. 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