Dear Colleagues from Around the World,

It is with great pride that I invite you to attend the XVII World Congress of Sexology. The conference theme Unity in Diversity highlights the diversity of approaches and disciplines in the field of Sexology. We come from different disciplines, countries and cultures. We include clinicians, researchers, educators, activists and policy makers.

Based on the United Nation’s Goals for the Millennium, we have been inspired to develop our own goals for sexual health and will develop these culminating in a series of discussions among the participants. We feel that this meeting will be a landmark congress in terms of setting goals for the attainment of sexual health around the world.

I promise you a high quality scientific meeting and unforgettable cultural events. We will celebrate Unity in Diversity in our scientific programme, social events, gastronomic and recreational activities. In addition to the many paper and poster presentations, workshops and focused symposia, we have gathered over 30 of the best scholars in sexology from different disciplines to serve as plenary speakers throughout the Congress.

Besides enjoying this scientific meeting, please consider making this trip a vacation. Come and visit our beautiful country and bring your friends and family.

Pierre Assalian, M.D.
President
XVII World Congress of Sexology

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Unity in Diversity

The conference theme, Unity in diversity, highlights the diversity of approaches and disciplines in the field of sexology. We come from different disciplines, countries and cultures. We include clinicians, researchers, educators, activists and policy makers. We are all drawn together by our work and interest in the sexual person. At the XVII World Congress of Sexology, we will be celebrating Unity in Diversity in our programme, social events, gastronomic and recreational experiences.

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Dear colleagues, dear friends,

The XVII World Congress of Sexology will take place in Montrйal, July 10-15, 2005, under the auspices of the World Association for Sexology (WAS) and under the chairmanship of Dr. Pierre Assalian.

As the preparations of this congress are being finalized, we are facing a plethora of sexual health challenges around the world. These challenges demand an interdisciplinary response from those conducting research, providing education, conducting patient care, and advocating for sexual health and rights. The theme of this congress is so important – Unity in Diversity. We must face these challenges working together and united.

During this congress, the World Association for Sexology plans to develop a historic Declaration that will clearly enunciate goals for the achievement of sexual health in the future. We invite you to become a part of this historic moment as we develop specific goals for promoting sexual health in the years ahead.

Come to Montrйal to share, discover, learn and dialogue together for a better world in the future.

I look forward meeting you in Montrйal.

Marc Ganem, M.D.
President
World Association for Sexology
2001-2005

From its inception to the very vital adoption of a Universal Declaration of Sexual Rights in August of 1999 by the WAS General Assembly, the organization has worked tirelessly throughout the world to end discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation and bring critical perspectives to the myriad issues of gender and sexuality. WAS has been forthright in condemning the genital circumcision of women, sexual torture in prisons and other forms of gender or sexually-biased practices.

To foster trans-cultural exchanges and promote knowledge transfers, WAS has formal ties with prominent regional sexological organizations:

• The Asia-Oceania Federation of Sexology

• The European Federation of Sexology

• The Latin American Federation of Sexology

• The African Federation for Sexual Health and Sexual Rights

• and the newly formed North American Federation of Sexuality Organizations

In addition to these, the WAS has developed strong ties with:

• The World Health Organization

• UNESCO

• World Psychiatric Association

• PAHO

WAS is committed to the free exchange of ideas and works to promote regional libraries, assists sexology societies to grow throughout the world and collaborates in promoting HIV-prevention strategies and assisting efforts worldwide.

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Congress Secretariat
XVII World Congress of Sexology
c/o Opus 3 Inc
417 Saint-Pierre Street, Suite 203
Montreal,Quebec, Canada H2Y 2M4
Tel: (514) 395-1808 / Fax: (514) 395-1801
info @ montrealsexo com

REGISTRATION

To Register
Fill out the on-line Registration Form. Please note that the on-line registration payment can be made by credit card only (Visa or Master Card).

If you prefer not to register on-line, you can download the pdf version of the Registration Form and mail or fax it completed to the Congress Secretariat. Please note that you can fill out the form directly into the pdf, and then print it.

To Register a Group
Special rates are offered to groups of 20 and more. Please note that Group registration will be considered only when all group members are on the same invoice. To register a group, please contact the Congress Secretariat and ask for the XVII World Congress of Sexology Registration Coordinator.

Registration fees
Fees must be paid in Canadian dollars.
Registration fees quoted in US dollars are based on September 2004 exchange rates and are intended as a guide only ; to consult the rate of the day visit: www xe com.

Pre and Post Congress Excursions – registration must be made before April 30, 2005

Romantic Quйbec City C$550 (single occupancy)/C$495 (double occupancy***)

The Charlevoix region C$995 (single occupancy)C$795 (double occupancy***)

Toronto and Niagara Falls C$955 (single occupancy)/C$795 (double occupancy***)

Note:
- All taxes are included
* In order to benefit from the reduced student fee, proof of full-time enrolment in a recognized educational institution must be submitted by fax or mail to the Congress Secretariat.
** An «accompanying person» registration should be bought with a «participant» registration.
*** In order to benefit from "double occupancy" rate, you must register two persons. Rates are per person.

Registration fees for participants, students and groups include:

• Attendance at Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Attendance at Welcome Reception
• Special City Tour
• Access to all Congress scientific activities (plenaries, scientific sessions, pre-Congress workshops, poster sessions, etc.)
• Access to the Exhibition
• Participant’s kit and reference material

• Attendance at Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Attendance at Welcome Reception
• Special City Tour
• The Laurentian Mountains Day Trip
• Botanical Garden, Biodфme and Olympic Park Visit
• Access to the Exhibition

METHODS OF PAYMENT
Payment must be made in Canadian dollars. Your registration will be valid only when the duly completed form and full payment have been received by the Congress Secretariat. Registration will then be confirmed.
Payment may be made by cheque, credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or bank transfer.

Payment by cheque: Cheque must be payable to: XVII World Congress of Sexology

Payment by credit card: Please note that the transaction will appear under the name "Les йvйnements Opus 3 inc." on your next statement. Should there be an error in the sum; Opus 3 Inc. reserves the right to charge the correct total amount.

Bank transfer information:
Institution: Caisse Centrale Desjardins, Montrйal, Canada
Swift: CCDQCAMM
Branch: 815
Transit: 30004
Account No: 81372-5
Beneficiary: XVII World Congress of Sexology

Cancellation
Cancellations of registration must be sent in writing to the Congress Secretariat.

Full refund of registration fees until May 13, 2004
Refund of registration fees, minus a C$100 administration fee until June 24, 2004
No refunds of registration fees after June 24, 2004
Gala Dinner, Pre and Post Congress Excursions are 100 % non refundable at all times.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The XVII World Congress of Sexology is striving to ensure adequate representation and encourage people from all around the world, including those from developing countries, to share their ideas and experiences.

In addition to the many national and international agencies offering aid for participation in international meetings, the XVII World Congress of Sexology will institute a special funding Programme to help people attend the event. The total funds available will depend on the contributions received from governmental organizations, international aid agencies and sponsors.

Those seeking assistance must submit an application, a short rйsumй and an explanation of why they wish to attend the Congress. They will have to specify how their participation will contribute to their professional development and how they plan to disseminate the Congress results in their milieu. Those making voluntary presentations to the Congress (papers or posters) may receive priority for assistance.

ACCOMMODATION
Montrйal offers world class hotels, including several just steps from the convention centre where the XVII World Congress of Sexology will take place. Various types of accommodation combining North American comfort with European charm are available at rates that vary from C$59 to C$330 (US$45 to US$253) per room, based on single or double occupancy. Rooms have already been set aside for participants at some 20 hotels, near the convention centre: the Palais des congrиs de Montrйal.

To make a reservation, please CLICK HERE.