WVD Connect to be Presented at the 2025 International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP)
The proposal “WVD Connect: Digital Innovation for Men’s Reproductive Autonomy,” led by our Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, Silvana Amparo Resendy Birhuett, has been accepted for presentation in the Oral + Poster Session category at the upcoming International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP), which will take place from November 3 to 6, 2025, in Bogotá, Colombia.
This important recognition comes after a rigorous selection process, during which more than 5,000 abstracts were submitted from over 125 countries. The acceptance of this proposal represents a significant achievement and highlights the relevance of initiatives like WVD Connect and World Vasectomy Day in advancing male reproductive health and promoting gender equity through digital innovation.
ICFP is the world’s most influential event in the field of family planning and reproductive health. This participation positions WVD Connect as a prominent experience on the global stage and reaffirms World Vasectomy Day Commitment to equitable and sustainable transformation in health.
WVD Academy to be Presented at the 2025 ICFP
The initiative “WVD Academy: Transformative Training – A Global Model for Vasectomy and Male Reproductive Health Education,” submitted by our Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, Silvana Amparo Resendy Birhuett, has been accepted for Flash Session (oral + poster) presentation at the 2025 International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP), where it will be showcased as a global model for male reproductive health training. The conference will take place from November 3 to 6, 2025, in Bogotá, Colombia.
With over 5,000 abstracts submitted from more than 125 countries, this edition of ICFP marks the most competitive in the event’s history. The selection of this proposal acknowledges the relevance and impact of an innovative initiative focused on training professionals in male reproductive health at the global level.
WVD Academy seeks to transform the way vasectomy without scalpel and male reproductive health are taught, promoting equitable access to quality services, shared responsibility, and the exercise of rights in diverse contexts.
This achievement reaffirms World Vasectomy Day’s commitment to strengthening professional capacities and advancing gender equity in global health. We extend our congratulations to the entire team for these important advances in promoting male health and family planning!
WVD Responsible Men’s Club to be Presented at the ICFP 2025
The WVD Responsible Men’s Club: Advancing Reproductive Equity Through Increased Male Engagement in Zambia. Submitted by Sheila Gabeya, Regional Manager for Africa. This abstract highlights a peer-led model where Responsible Men’s Club members promote vasectomy and broader male involvement in SRHR through storytelling and interpersonal communication. The initiative aims to shift societal norms, increase demand for male-friendly services, and embed male voices in reproductive health conversations.
Langiza Chikondi Clinic | June 2025
In June, Langiza Chikondi Clinic hosted its second No-Scalpel Vasectomy (NSV) training under the Tapeza Project, this time in partnership with Marie Stopes Zambia. Held at Kanyama Level 1 Hospital from June 16th to 20th, the training aimed to build surgical capacity among public sector medical licentiates, each paired with a nurse from their facility—a strategic step toward decentralizing vasectomy services.
The five-day program combined theoretical instruction with hands-on mentorship, covering anatomy, surgical techniques, counseling, and ethics. By the end of the week, 52 vasectomies had been performed, with 35 completed by trainees. All three medical licentiates demonstrated the skill and confidence needed to begin providing NSV services in their home districts.
Each trainee is expected to begin offering services within the coming months, contributing directly to the Tapeza Project’s goal of 5,000 vasectomies. With each successful training, the Langiza Chikondi Clinic strengthens its role as a national leader in male reproductive health and surgical capacity building in Zambia.
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WVD Uganda Spurs Vasectomy Uptake in Eastern Uganda. 14 Men Take the Lead as Champions
Between June 24 and July 1, 2025, WVD Uganda led a targeted community sensitization campaign across Eastern Uganda to demystify vasectomy and promote it as a viable family planning option for men. The week-long outreach covered Iganga and surrounding districts, reaching more than 1,000 community members through barazas, one-on-one engagements, and strategic use of local media.
A key highlight was a live radio talk show on Eye FM in Iganga, which generated an overwhelming listener response and boosted referrals. By the end of the campaign, 14 men had voluntarily undergone vasectomies and committed to becoming community champions for the service.
“These champions are not only beneficiaries, they’re becoming powerful voices for change,” said a member of the WVD field team. “They’re helping to normalize male involvement in family planning and reduce stigma around vasectomy.”
The campaign has also ignited fresh interest in Jinja and Buikwe districts, with follow-up activities planned. WVD Uganda remains committed to building a network of informed male advocates as a pathway to sustainable uptake of reproductive health services.
