Now published: The Porto Proclamation

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View this email in your browser Dear WAS Members and Friends, Today, we have big news.  The Porto Proclamation on Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice has now been published in the International Journal of Sexual Health (IJSH), the official journal of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS). Even better: this subscription article will be free to access from Monday 19 January 2026 through 31 December 2026, making it easy to share with colleagues, partners, students, advocates, and decision-makers. Now published in the IJSH The Porto Proclamation: Advancing a Global Agenda for Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice Faysal El Kak, Rene de Klerk, Eli Coleman, Esther Corona, Erick Janssen, Eszter Kismödi, Pedro Nobre, Elna Rudolph & Jessie V. Ford (2026). The Porto Proclamation: Advancing a Global Agenda for Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice. International Journal of Sexual Health, 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1080/19317611.2025.2597854 Read the article (Free access all year) Why this matters now The Porto Proclamation on Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice emerged from the inaugural World Sexual Health Assembly (WSHA), convened by WAS in Porto, Portugal, bringing together global leaders from UN agencies, civil society, professional societies, and academic institutions. It sets out shared priorities for 2025–2030, shaped for a world facing political backlash, conflict, humanitarian crises, widening inequality, and increasing attacks on evidence-based sexual health and rights. What you can do next If you're part of the WAS community, this is a moment to take action. Endorse the Proclamation The Porto Proclamation on Sexual Health, Rights, and Justice is supported by a growing coalition of organizations and leaders across regions and sectors. Organizations and individuals are invited to endorse the Proclamation and signal their support for its principles and priorities. Read and share the free-access article From 19 January 2026, the IJSH publication will be freely accessible. Share it with colleagues, students, partners, and networks to expand awareness and reach. Use the Proclamation in practice Apply the Proclamation in teaching, professional training, policy discussions, research, and advocacy to support evidence-based, rights-affirming action. Help build momentum Encourage others to read, reference, and endorse the Proclamation to strengthen collective accountability and uptake across sectors.   Read the full The Porto Proclamation on the IJSH Upcoming WAS–UNFPA Webinar Insights and Trends in Out-of-School Comprehensive Sexuality Education: Eastern European Region Date: 3 February 2026 Time: 4-5 pm SAST | Find your local time here We'd also like to remind you that our next WAS–UNFPA webinar takes place next week. Young people across Eastern Europe are increasingly excluded from formal schooling due to conflict, displacement, discrimination, poverty, and restrictive social environments. This webinar examines how comprehensive, rights-based sexuality education is being delivered beyond school systems, and what remains urgently needed. The session will consider: Current developments and challenges in out-of-school CSE Evidence and insights from recent global research Community-led approaches responding to restrictive contexts The discussion will feature Andrey Poshtaruk, Regional Advisor on HIV and Youth at UNFPA Europe and Central Asia, joined by Esther Corona-Vargas (WAS Vice President and Co-Chair, Sexual Justice Initiative) and Elizabeth Schroeder (WAS Consultant on Out-of-School CSE), alongside regional speakers.   Register to save your place Together, we continue to stand for evidence, rights, and dignity in sexual health worldwide. Warm regards, World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) Not on our mailing list yet? Sign up here! Click here to visit the WAS website 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 © 2026 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.