Deadline: 5 October 2015
The Coalition for Sexual and Bodily Rights in Muslim Societies (CSBR) has issued call for applications for the 8th CSBR Sexuality Institute, to be held from 9-16 February 2016, in Sri Lanka.
The CSBR Sexuality Institute offers a holistic interdisciplinary program combining history, theory, research and politics of sexuality with applications of advocacy and fieldwork.
Objectives
The aims of the CSBR Sexuality Institute are:
- To further knowledge on the multi-dimensional and intersecting aspects of sexuality, health and rights;
- To develop a deeper theoretical understanding of sexuality through a historical overview and analysis of current debates and research at the global level;
- To provide a comprehensive and holistic understanding of sexuality in Muslim societies through a discussion of the history, legal frameworks, research, and current discourses;
- To enhance participants’ sexual and reproductive health and rights advocacy skills on national and international levels;
- To increase participants’ capacity as leading advocates, practitioners and researchers on sexuality issues at national, regional and international levels.
Eligibility Criteria
Interested applicants for the Institute must:
- Have a minimum of 2 years experience working in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights;
- Have a commitment to undertake efforts to promote sexual and bodily health and rights at national and international levels;
- Represent an organization/institution engaged in sexual and reproductive health and rights advocacy, research or fieldwork;
- Be fluent in English.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must fill the application forms online and submit their CVs via email at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit 8th CSBR Sexuality Institute.
