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Proposed Agenda for the General Assembly in Lisbon

The European Federation of Sexology (EFS) has outlined the proposed agenda for the upcoming General Assembly, which will take place during the EFS Congress in Lisbon.

The agenda covers key governance, financial, and strategic topics, including committee reports, elections, and institutional updates that require review and approval by the General Assembly.

Summary of the Proposed Agenda

The General Assembly agenda includes a structured sequence of reports, approvals, and voting procedures that reflect the ongoing activities and governance of EFS.

Key items include:

  • Institutional reports from leadership
  • Committee updates
  • Financial planning
  • Elections for upcoming mandates

Several points will require formal approval or voting by the General Assembly.

Proposed Agenda for the GA in Lisbon

  1. Choose a convening party
  2. President report – MOU with WAS and EPATH (Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad) *
  3. Secretary General report – News on communication plan, Journal proposal, Statute amendments, New membership fees for 2027-2028s, Travel document proposal – (Filippo Maria Nimbi) *
  4. Treasurer report – Financial plan (Goran Arbanas) *
  5. Committes reports *:
      • Scientific committee – Congress Report (Stefano Eleuteri)
      • Education committee – (Tal Peleg-Sagy)
      • Accreditation committee – (Sam Geuens)
      • Ethical code – (Patricia Pascoal)
      • New members committee (Tal Peleg-Sagy)
      • Sexual Justice committee (Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad)
      • Gold medals committee (Mehmet Sungur)
      • Social Media committee (Charmaine Borg)
      • Early Career Committee (Tal Peleg-Sagy)
  6. Report elections next president-elect 2028-2032 (Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad) *
  7. Elections of the new Exectutive Committee 2026-2030 (Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad) **
  8. Bids presentation and votes for the EFS 2028 Congress Venue (Esben Esther Pirelli Benestad)**
 
* Need the approvance of the General Assembly
** Need to be voted by the General Assembly
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A Shared Commitment to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights

The ESCRH Position Paper reaffirms that sexual and reproductive health and rights are fundamental human rights and should be guaranteed to all individuals without discrimination, coercion, or violence. The document highlights the importance of evidence-based healthcare, equitable access to contraception, comprehensive sexuality education, prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, and protection from gender-based violence.

The position paper also emphasizes the need to address inequalities affecting marginalized populations, including adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, migrants, refugees, people with disabilities, older adults, and sex workers. It calls for inclusive, accessible, and rights-based healthcare systems capable of meeting the needs of diverse communities.

Key Areas of Focus

Among its main recommendations, the document advocates for:

  • Universal access to modern contraception and family planning services;
  • Safe, legal, and dignified reproductive healthcare;
  • Comprehensive sexuality and reproductive health education throughout the lifespan;
  • Stronger prevention, screening, and treatment strategies for sexually transmitted infections and HIV;
  • Improved access to HPV vaccination and reproductive cancer prevention programs;
  • Action against gender-based violence and harmful practices such as female genital mutilation;
  • Protection of evidence-based healthcare from misinformation and ideological interference.

The paper further highlights the importance of professional education, scientific research, and international collaboration in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Supporting Evidence-Based and Rights-Centred Healthcare

EFS shares the view that sexual and reproductive health is closely linked to human dignity, equality, public health, and social justice. The Federation therefore supports the principles and recommendations outlined in the ESCRH Position Paper and welcomes continued collaboration among professional organizations working to promote sexual health and wellbeing throughout Europe.

Read the Full Position Paper

EFS encourages members, professionals, and stakeholders to consult the complete document published by the European Society of Contraception and Reproductive Health.