I. The "2026 International Symposium on Comprehensive Sexual Education," themed "Destigmatizing AIDS Education," will focus on issues such as AIDS education, comprehensive sexual education, sexual health, destigmatization, and human rights protection. It will invite transnational researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas and explore how education can promote understanding, dismantle prejudices, and advance sex education practices with a more human rights and gender equality perspective.

II. The following are the topics for submission:

(I) Practice and Prospect of AIDS Education: This includes practical experiences, curriculum design, teaching methods, material development, and policy promotion in AIDS education at various educational stages and in different settings, as well as the application and reflection on contemporary scientific advancements such as U=U and PrEP in educational settings.

(II) Sexual Health Education for Vulnerable Groups: This focuses on the sexual health education needs, circumstances, and rights of sexual minorities, sex workers, adolescents, and people with disabilities who are underrepresented or marginalized, and explores culturally sensitive and inclusive educational models. (III) Destigmatization in Everyday Life: Focusing on practical experiences in challenging HIV stigma and discrimination through education, advocacy, and action in various settings such as schools, medical institutions, communities, non-profit organizations, media spaces, and digital platforms.

(IV) Other Topics Related to Holistic Education: Submissions are welcome for theoretical analyses, empirical research, or sharing of practical experiences that contribute to deepening the understanding of holistic education and expanding its social significance and practical possibilities.

III. Submission Method: Submit an abstract of no more than 1000 words. After acceptance, contributors are responsible for creating a PDF poster, which will be printed by the organizers. Presenters are encouraged to attend and interact with participants on the day of the seminar, but attendance is not mandatory.

IV. Important Schedule:

(I) Abstract Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026 (Sunday)

(II) Announcement of Accepted Papers: July 30, 2026 (Thuday)

(III) Abstract Submission Link: https://forms.gle/stw3ozZDKyHp1Xta6