Male engagement webinar series begins

A 10 June webinar sponsored by the Human Reproduction Programme and the World Health Organization will examine strategies for increasing male engagement in efforts to eliminate mother-to-child transmission (eMTCT) of HIV and syphilis. Presentations by panelists and discussion will focus on understanding how increased male involvement can help countries meet global eMTCT targets, with examples of regional and national successes. The organizers note that the success of such initiatives will depend on balancing increased male engagement against the equally important priority of preserving female empowerment, agency, and voice. The webinar, which will be conducted from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. EDT (1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. GMT), is the first in a series on male engagement in sexual and reproductive health. Click here to register for the webinar.