SARSYC VI
Align for Action: Sustaining Progress in Youth Health and Education
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Conference Theme
SARSYC VI focuses on translating commitments into concrete actions that sustain and accelerate progress in youth sexual and reproductive health and education across Southern Africa.
Unite Youth Leaders
Bring together 500+ young leaders, researchers, and advocates from across Southern Africa.
Share Knowledge
Exchange cutting-edge research, best practices, and innovative solutions in youth health and education.
Drive Action
Develop actionable commitments and strategies to advance youth health and education outcomes.
Conference Tracks
SARSYC VI features five thematic tracks addressing critical priorities in youth development.
Important Dates
Mark these key deadlines in your calendar.
Registration Dates & Packages
Register during the early-bird window for lower rates. Packages and pricing match the online registration form.
Early Bird Registration
Opens 15 May 2026
Closes 15 July 2026
Late Registration
Opens 16 July 2026
Closes 31 July 2026
Students / Youth Discount
Shared accommodation incl. breakfast × 4 nights. Conference package (meals incl. dinner) × 3 days, t-shirt, and IEC materials.
Institutions / Partners
Non-sharing accommodation incl. breakfast × 4 nights. Conference package (meals incl. dinner) × 3 days, t-shirt, and IEC materials.
Half Package
Conference package (meals excl. dinner) × 3 days, t-shirt, and IEC materials.
Half Package — Youth Discount
Conference package (meals excl. dinner) × 3 days, t-shirt, and IEC materials.
Day Pass
Conference package, t-shirt, and IEC materials.
Day 1: Research Indaba III
Evidence for Action — Youth-Led Research shaping Policy and Practice
- Setting the Stage, Opening Remarks & The Evidence Engine
- Youth-led abstract presentations across all 5 conference tracks
- Evidence to Action Plenary — translating research into regional realities
- Poster presentations & keynote: Evidence, Leadership and Legacy
- Launch of the SARSYC V Research Volume (2nd edition)
- Celebrating Evidence Excellence — awards for top oral presentations
Day 2: Forums & Engagements
Confronting suicide, substance use & sexual health challenges facing adolescent boys and young men — from keynote to the Young Men's Call to Action.
Advancing education equity, digital safety & healthy lifestyles for adolescent girls and young women, closing with the Young Women Call to Action.
Transforming evidence and dialogue into coordinated regional action — featuring the GEAR Alliance Impact Showcase and Alliance Spotlight.
Youth advocacy presentations and policy panels with parliamentarians and partners, capped by a high-level ministerial keynote.
An evening intergenerational dialogue (closed meeting) culminating in the signing of the SARSYC VI Youth Health and Education Accountability Compact.
Day 3: High-Level Engagement & Culture Night
High Level Engagement Platform | Official Ceremony
Official ceremony with anthems, SARSYC's twelve-year journey, UNESCO and Society for AIDS in Africa addresses, reading of the Windhoek Declaration by the Youth Steering Committee, and a SADC Parliamentary Forum reflection — From Gaborone to Windhoek.
University of Namibia choir interlude, keynote by the Governor of Khomas Region, and a Vote of Thanks from the Vice Chancellor of the University of Namibia.
Cultural dress showcase, Sixteen Nations One Movement opening, Unity in Diversity keynote, traditional performances, then dinner, music and networking.
Culture Night Highlights
Southern African music, dance, and arts
Orathon
The Orathon is a separate post-conference activity in November 2026, extending SARSYC VI momentum beyond the main conference in Windhoek. Activities will take place across Namibia, Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
- Namibia
- Malawi
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Choose your country registration link. Orathon is a November 2026 post-conference activity — not part of the August conference programme in Windhoek.
Welcome to Windhoek
Namibia's capital city, known for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality, serves as the perfect backdrop for SARSYC VI.
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