Date
Friday
Nov
15

November 15

World Vasectomy Day

Join the global movement on World Vasectomy Day and help spread awareness about male contraception!

Yearly Date
Third Friday in November
Type
Day

Introduction

World Vasectomy Day is celebrated on the third Friday of November each year to raise awareness of the importance of male sterilization in controlling population growth. This day was created by a group of men who wanted to make a stand for population control and promote the idea that it's not just women who can take responsibility for family planning. By having a vasectomy, men can help reduce their chances of having unwanted pregnancies and unwanted children. With its growing popularity, World Vasectomy Day is an opportunity to spread awareness about this important procedure and its role in family planning.

World Vasectomy Day Timeline

1960
Vasectomy PBSA Examined
The positive post-vasectomy semen analysis (PVSA) protocols are examined, further understanding male sterilization.
1973
Legalization in Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada rules that the sterilization of incompetent persons without consent is illegal.
1985
Non-scalpel Vasectomy Introduced
The non-scalpel technique (NSV), a safer and less invasive procedure, was introduced, improving male sterilization methods.
2010
Global Use of Vasectomies
A World Health Organization report indicated an estimated 33 million men worldwide used vasectomy as their method of contraception.
2013
First World Vasectomy Day
Jonathan Stack and Dr. Doug Stein co-found World Vasectomy Day, with the first largest vasectomy-athon taking place in Australia.
2018
Worldwide Participation
World Vasectomy Day is now recognized globally with over 1,200 providers in 50+ countries participating in the annual event.

How to Celebrate World Vasectomy Day

1

Host an awareness event

Gather like minded individuals in your community and host a vasectomy awareness event. Invite healthcare professionals to answer questions and provide information, and encourage those attending to get informed and make the right decision.

2

Share information online

Share educational resources about vasectomies on your social media pages or blog. Post articles, videos, and infographics to help spread the word about vasectomies and how they can benefit couples and families.

3

Organize a vasectomy drive

Organize an event where you offer free rides or transport to men who are interested in getting a vasectomy but are unable to afford it. You could also partner with local clinics or healthcare providers to offer discounted or free vasectomies.

4

Volunteer your time

Volunteer your time at an organization that provides vasectomies or other forms of contraception. You could help provide patient education or assist with administrative tasks to ensure the organization is able to serve as many people as possible.

5

Donate money

Donate money to organizations that provide vasectomies for men who cannot afford them. This will help ensure that more men are able to access this safe and effective form of contraception.

Why World Vasectomy Day is Important

A

It raises awareness for men's health

World Vasectomy Day is dedicated to raising awareness for men's health and reproductive issues. By highlighting the importance of vasectomies, it helps to combat the stigma associated with them and encourages men to take responsibility for their reproductive decisions.

B

It promotes family planning

Vasectomies can be a safe and effective way for couples to practice family planning when they are sure that they don't want any more children. The process is quick and relatively painless, so it is becoming an increasingly popular choice for those who are looking for permanent birth control options.

C

It supports responsible parenthood

By promoting family planning options like vasectomies, World Vasectomy Day supports responsible parenthood by helping people make informed decisions about how many children they want in their family. It also encourages conversations around reproductive health topics and focuses on individuals taking ownership of their own fertility choices.

World Vasectomy Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Nov 16
Thursday
2024
Nov 14
Thursday
2025
Nov 20
Thursday
2026
Nov 19
Thursday
2027
Nov 18
Thursday