ICP Webinar: PsySSA African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project

Context, Current Concerns, and Catalytic Capabilities

The International Council of Psychologists (ICP) invites you to join an important and timely webinar featuring PsySSA’s African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project. This engaging panel discussion forms part of ICP’s ongoing conversations with award recipients and highlights critical work advancing human rights, inclusive practice, and psychological science across the African continent.

Taking place on 7 July 2026 from 16h00 to 17h00 (South African time), this webinar will provide both a historical perspective and an overview of current priorities shaping the project. The discussion will explore the evolution of work in this space, alongside emerging challenges and opportunities for impact.

Key themes include:

• The historical development and current focus areas of PsySSA’s African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project
• Revised practice guidelines for working with sexually and gender diverse individuals in South Africa
• The current state of scientific knowledge relating to sexual orientation and gender diversity
• The influence and implications of the global anti-gender movement
• An intersectional lens highlighting the lived realities of township-based, rural, Black, and non-national African lesbian women

This webinar offers a valuable opportunity for psychologists, researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders to engage with critical issues at the intersection of mental health, human rights, and social justice. It also provides practical insights for developing affirming, contextually relevant approaches to working with diverse communities.

We look forward to your participation in this meaningful and thought-provoking conversation.