Today: Get ready for WAS 2025!

Webinar, speakers, visas—everything you need before Brisbane!

View this email in your browser Dear WAS Members and Friends, With just three months until the #WAS2025 Congress in Brisbane, now is the time to plan your experience, secure your visa, and get a preview of what's to come! This week, we bring you: ✔ Last chance to register for today's exclusive WAS 2025 Webinar – get a sneak peek before the Congress! ✔ Spotlight on WAS 2025 speakers – meet the experts leading this year's program. ✔ Visa information for international attendees – apply now.   Free WAS Webinar: A Sneak Peek into WAS 2025 TODAY, Thursday, March 20, 2025 | Time: 1:30 pm SAST Find your local time here. 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 here to save your place Spotlight on WAS 2025 Speakers The WAS 2025 Congress will feature an extraordinary lineup of global experts leading the field of sexual health, rights, and justice. Zahra Stardust (Queensland University of Technology, Australia) A sexuality scholar specializing in sexual content moderation, porn literacy, and the intersection of digital technology and sexual rights. Her research challenges censorship and criminalization while advocating for sex-positive law reform. James Ward (Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, University of Queensland, Australia) A Pitjantjatjara and Nukunu man, Ward is a national leader in Indigenous health research, focusing on infectious diseases, sexual health, and health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Explore more confirmed speakers Get Your Visa Ready for WAS 2025 If you're traveling to Brisbane for the Congress, start your visa application now to avoid delays. Visa processing times vary, so we strongly recommend applying at least 4-6 weeks before departure. Visitor visas (subclass 600, 601, 651) – Suitable for attendees and participants. Temporary Activity visas (subclass 408, 400) – Required for those working or receiving payment for contributions. Find full visa details & application links here Thank you to our sponsors for WAS 2025 Silver Sponsor   Destination Sponsors   Don't miss out—register now for the WAS 2025 Webinar and start planning your Congress experience! 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.