Investing in Women = Changing the World

CSW69 and a sneak peek at WAS 2025!

View this email in your browser Dear WAS Members and Friends, On March 8, the world marked International Women's Day (IWD) under the theme "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment." This year's theme is a call to action—to demand equal rights, power, and opportunities for every woman and girl, everywhere. But gender equality is not just a one-day conversation. The fight against poverty, discrimination, and barriers to education, healthcare, and autonomy requires sustained investment and collective action.   CSW69: A Critical Moment for Women's Rights Starting March 10, the 69th UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) convenes in New York, marking a milestone moment for gender equality and women's empowerment. This year's session will review the progress made on the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, adopted 30 years ago—a landmark framework that remains the most comprehensive global agenda for advancing gender equality. At CSW69, thousands of government leaders, civil society organizations, experts, and activists will come together to set strategies, policies, and investments that will shape the future of women's rights worldwide. Key discussions will focus on: ✔ The progress and setbacks in implementing the Beijing Declaration. ✔ The structural barriers still preventing full gender equality. ✔ The financial commitments needed to advance women's rights. At a time when gender equality is under threat in many regions, CSW69 is a critical opportunity to demand action, investment, and accountability from global leaders. Participants at the opening session will include: 🗣 Sima Bahous – Executive Director, UN Women 🗣 António Guterres – Secretary-General of the United Nations 🗣 Philemon Yang – President of the United Nations General Assembly WAS stands in solidarity with those advocating for stronger commitments to gender justice, reproductive rights, and bodily autonomy at CSW69.   Learn more here Free Webinar! A Sneak Peek into WAS 2025 March 20, 2025 | Time TBC Get an exclusive first look at the WAS 2025 Congress! This webinar will preview the scientific program, key themes, and what to expect in Brisbane. Speakers: ✔ Armin Ariana – Congress President & SAS President ✔ Terry Humphreys – Vice Chair, WAS Scientific Committee ✔ Margaret Redelman - AOFS Public Officer  ✔ Elna Rudolph – WAS President What's in store for you? ✔ Behind-the-scenes insights into the Congress program ✔ Must-attend sessions and events ✔ How WAS 2025 is shaping global conversations in sexual health and rights Don't miss this opportunity to plan your Congress experience. Register your spot now We look forward to seeing you at the March 20 webinar and continuing the fight for Sexual Health, Rights, Justice, and Pleasure—For All. Warm regards, The World Association for Sexual Health Upcoming WAS 2025 Deadlines: 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. 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.