ANSER Conference 2026 ‘Leveraging evidence to safeguard SRHR on the policy agenda’
Programma
Dear SRHR colleagues,
The registration for the ANSER Conference 2026 ‘Leveraging evidence to safeguard SRHR on the policy agenda’ taking place in Brussels, Belgium, from 6-8 May 2026, is now open.
As registrations are coming in, we warmly encourage you all to register as soon as possible to secure your place.
Conference Overview
The ANSER 2026 Conference brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, CSOs, and private‑sector actors to strengthen collaborative action toward safeguarding SRHR as a global policy priority. The programme includes:
· Two Scientific Conference Days (6–7 May 2026) featuring new academic research and emerging evidence on SRHR.
· One Policy Impact Day (8 May 2026) designed to connect evidence with policymaking and practice; and co‑create recommendations for future SRHR actions.
The conference will take place at the Palace of the Academies (Rue Ducale 1, 1000 Brussels)
Conference themes:
1. SRHR in humanitarian and climate-related crises
Exploring how SRHR services and rights can be maintained and advanced in fragile settings.
2. Narratives, power dynamics and the politics of SRHR
A critical look at how SRHR are framed, communicated, and influenced across political, social, and cultural contexts.
3. Integration of SRHR in primary care and health systems
Ensuring SRHR are properly integrated into health systems to provide sustainable, fair, and high-quality care.
More information:
For registration, programme details, and practical arrangements, please visit the conference website: https://www.ugent.be/anser/en/news-events/anser-2026.
If you have any questions, please contact us at anser@ugent.be. We look forward to welcoming you to Brussels!
Best regards,
The ANSER Conference Organising Team
ANSER Secretariat
Academic Network on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Policy (ANSER)
Website: https://www.ugent.be/anser/en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ansernetwork
Adress:
International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRH)
Department of Public Health and Primary Care (GE39) – Ghent University
Campuz UZ
C. Heymanslaan 10, ingang 75, Route 7509, ICRH , 9000 Gent, België
T +32 9 332 35 64