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Sexual health and wellbeing is fundamental to a person’s health throughout their life. It is not just about the absence of illness, but it’s also about a positive, respectful approach to sexuality and relationships. From 2-5 November at the 26th Congress of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), experts from the World Health Organization and the UN’s Special Programme on Human Reproduction (HRP) will present research and advancements in sexual health within the theme of Bridging the gaps: Sexual health, rights, justice and pleasure for all.Read more about WHO and HRP’s definition and work on sexual health and wellbeing here.ProgrammeAccess the WAS 2023 programmeProgramme highlights include: THURSDAY 2 NOVEMBER 15:00-15:30 - WAS GOLD MEDAL LECTURE:Three Decades Post-ICPD: Lessons from ‘Positive Deviant Countries’ in the Global South on Elevating School-Based Sexuality Education.Venkatraman Chandra-Mouli - Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research WHOModerated by Pedro Nobre - WAS Past President FRIDAY 3 NOVEMBER 11:00-12:00 - INVITED SYMPOSIUM:Backlash Against Comprehensive Sexuality EducationModerated by Venkatraman Chandra-MouliIn partnership with the International Association of Adolescent Health, International Federation of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, the International Pediatrics Association and the International Federation of Gynecologists and Obstetricians13:30-15:00 - WHO SYMPOSIUM:Launch of a WHO Sexual Health Assessment of Practices and Experiences (SHAPE) questionnaireChaired by Lianne GonsalvesIdeas to action: Addressing priorities through crowdsourcing and global research, Erin HunterSexual health behaviors, experiences and beliefs in Kenya: qualitative findings, Peter Muriuki GatheruWHO survey instrument for sexual practices, behaviours, and health-related outcomes, Vanessa BrizuelaUsing the WHO survey instrument in Portugal: real-world implementation experiences, Pedro Nobre SATURDAY 4 NOVEMBER 11:00-12:30 - SYMPOSIUM:Comprehensive Public Health solutions to sexual inequities: Exploring synergies between Sexual Justice, Sexual Pleasure, Sexual Wellbeing and Sexual HealthChaired by Kirstin MitchellThe sexual health pillar, Lianne GonsalvesThe pleasure pillar, Anne PhilpottThe justice pillar, Alain GiamiThe sexual well-being pillar, Kirsten Mitchell SUNDAY 5 NOVEMBER 11:00-12:30 - SYMPOSIUM:Putting Pleasure into the heart of Policy, Programming, Practise and Prevention LunchChaired by Anne PhilpottSexual Pleasure, Sexual Health and Sexual Rights: How to Keep Building the Pleasure Wave, Jessie Ford, Eli Coleman, World Association of Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure Task ForceThe Case for Pleasure in SRHR: Building the Evidence Base for Policy Change, Lianne Gonsalves, Anne Philpott, Arushi Singh, Gerda Larrsson, Mirela ZanevaThe Pleasure Principles and Pleasure Toolkit: two inspirational guides to putting pleasure into practice, Francesca Barolo, Anne PhilpottOpening a Portal to Pleasure-Based Sexual and Reproductive Health around the Globe: A Qualitative Analysis and Best Practice Development Study, Rhiana G Mills, Anne Philpott, Katie Northcott, Emese Kovacs
PortugalKenyaJessie-fordPedro-nobreKirsten-mitchellKeli-colemanPeter-muriuki-gatheruVanessa-brizuelaAlain-giamiErin-hunterVenkatraman-chandra-mouliAnne-philpottGandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 1 (ANI/PNN): The 30th Congress of the International Pediatrics Association (IPA Congress) and the 60th Annual Meeting of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (PEDICON) were successfully held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar from February 19-23. The conference was inaugurated by the Honorable Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel, and was attended by a large number of pediatricians from India and abroad. The main theme of the conference was "Quality Care for Every Child - Everywhere," and it was organized for the first time in 46 years in India. The event saw the active participation of the Gujarat Government, with the Chief Minister attending the inauguration and the Additional Chief Secretary of the Health & Family Welfare Government, Manoj Agarwal, providing new information. Over the course of the five-day conference, 6500 pediatricians participated, including 6000 from India and 500 from about 100 foreign countries. Panel discussions were organized on various topics, including infant mortality, school health, child obesity, adolescence, and the harmful effects of breast milk substitutes and harmful foods and beverages. The conference also discussed new achievements, innovations, and treatments coming into the world. The convention featured very active participation from the Gujarat Government, with charity activities for children and sattvik food arranged for 1000 street children. Discussions were also held with policy-level scientists from UNICEF and WHO, with an emphasis on malnutrition, a topic that is being discussed all over the world. Dr Chetan Trivedi, President Academy of Pediatrics, Gujarat, and Organizing Secretary of IPA Congress and Pedicon 2023, expressed his satisfaction with the successful completion of the event. He highlighted the various sessions that were held in the main 9 halls, including discussions on infant mortality, school health, children's adolescence stage, new drugs and antibiotics, and the latest body and disease. In conclusion, the 30th IPA Congress and 60th Pedicon Convention held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar were a resounding success, with a large number of pediatricians participating from India and abroad. The event discussed various important topics and saw active participation from the Gujarat Government, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved. This story is provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of this article. (ANI/PNN)
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