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Conference Calendar

A curated list of conferences and events for researchers, community organizations, healthcare professionals, and government leaders advancing firearm violence prevention

Use this resource to plan for opportunities to learn, present, and network with colleagues in the firearm violence and suicide prevention field. Content is updated regularly, so please bookmark this page and visit again soon. 

  • Upcoming: See a list of upcoming conferences and events in chronological order. 
  • Calendar: View upcoming conferences and events in a monthly calendar view. 

Upcoming Conferences and Events

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Nov
15
TO Nov 18

HLTH

HLTH gathers 12,000+ influential leaders, executives and visionaries from the health ecosystem to accelerate innovation in the healthcare industry. 

HLTH gathers 12,000+ influential leaders, executives and visionaries from the health ecosystem to accelerate innovation in the healthcare industry.

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When:
Sunday, November 15, 2026 9:00 AM EST
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 5:00 PM EST
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Tagged: Health
Research Society for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms
Dec
9
TO Dec 11

National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms

The National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms brings together nearly 800 researchers, the largest assembly of firearm violence prevention experts, to present the latest findings on, and solutions to, critical issues.

The National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms brings together nearly 800 researchers, the largest assembly of firearm violence prevention experts, to present the latest findings on, and solutions to, critical issues including community violence, suicide prevention, youth violence, and school safety.

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When:
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 9:00 AM MST
Friday, December 11, 2026 5:00 PM MST
Location: Baltimore, MD
Tagged: Health, Research, Violence Prevention
SRS 2027 logo
Mar
24
TO Mar 26

Suicide Research Symposium

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Suicide Research Symposium (SRS) was developed to disseminate suicide research. SRS is free and takes place virtually.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Suicide Research Symposium (SRS) was developed to disseminate suicide research. SRS is free and takes place virtually. Participants have the opportunity to present recent research findings; stay informed on developments in suicide research; advance inclusive and equitable practices in suicide research and prevention; network, connect, and build a diverse community with other suicide researchers across disciplines.

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When:
Wednesday, March 24, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Friday, March 26, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual
Tagged: Research, Suicide Prevention
SAVIR conference logo
Apr
5
TO Apr 7

SAVIR Annual Conference 2027

The Annual SAVIR (Society for the Advancement of Injury Research) Conference is a convergence of innovative minds, breakthrough ideas, and collaborative ventures in the injury and violence prevention research field. Expect engaging sessions led by research pioneers, interactive workshops, and ample networking opportunities.

The Annual SAVIR (Society for the Advancement of Injury Research) Conference is a convergence of innovative minds, breakthrough ideas, and collaborative ventures in the injury and violence prevention research field. Expect engaging sessions led by research pioneers, interactive workshops, and ample networking opportunities with attendees and panelists who are experts, policymakers, and fellow researchers.

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When:
Monday, April 5, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Wednesday, April 7, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Tagged: Health, Research, Violence Prevention
AAS2027logo
Apr
11
TO Apr 15

American Association of Suicidology Annual Conference

The American Association of Suicidology Annual Conference, held each spring, is the largest gathering of the Suicidology community; including clinicians, researchers, attempt survivors, crisis service professionals, public health and government officials and more.

The American Association of Suicidology Annual Conference, held each spring, is the largest gathering of the Suicidology community; including clinicians, researchers, attempt survivors, crisis service professionals, public health and government officials and more. With attendees from all over the world, the AAS Conference features training and certification days, keynote addresses, poster presentations, paper presentations, hundreds of workshops and panel sessions, an Annual Organizational Meeting, award ceremony, and multiple networking opportunities.

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When:
Sunday, April 11, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Thursday, April 15, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Dallas, TX
Tagged: Research, Suicide Prevention
SPR Annual Meeting 2027
Jun
1
TO Jun 4

Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting

The Society for Prevention Research (SPR)'s Annual Meeting provides a forum for the exchange of new concepts, methods, and results from prevention research and related public health fields.

The Society for Prevention Research (SPR)’s Annual Meeting provides a forum for the exchange of new concepts, methods, and results from prevention research and related public health fields; and for the communication between scientists, public policy leaders and practitioners concerning the implementation of evidence-based preventive interventions in all areas of public health. SPR envisions a wellness-oriented society in which evidenced-based programs and policies are continuously applied to improve the health and well-being of its citizens.

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When:
Tuesday, June 1, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Friday, June 4, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Washington, D.C.
Tagged: Health, Research
Safe States 2027 logo
Jun
2
TO Jun 4

Safe States Annual Injury & Violence Prevention Conference

The Safe States Annual Injury and Violence Prevention Conference is the premiere event for professionals and advocates from state, local, and tribal health, hospitals and healthcare, research and academia, community-based organizations, and the federal government come together to share best practices and innovate.

The Safe States Annual Injury and Violence Prevention Conference is the premiere event for professionals and advocates from state, local, and tribal health, hospitals and healthcare, research and academia, community-based organizations, and the federal government come together to share best practices and innovative solutions, discuss emerging issues and new research, and hone their competencies in IVP.

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When:
Wednesday, June 2, 2027 9:00 AM EDT
Friday, June 4, 2027 5:00 PM EDT
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Tagged: Policy, Violence Prevention
Jun
12
TO Jun 15

AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting 2027

AcademyHealth's Annual Research Meeting brings together thousands of people working to improve health and health care — from researchers and policymakers to health system leaders, data scientists, and community partners — using research to drive smarter policy, stronger systems, and better health outcomes.

AcademyHealth’s Annual Research Meeting brings together thousands of people working to improve health and health care — from researchers and policymakers to health system leaders, data scientists, and community partners — using research to drive smarter policy, stronger systems, and better health outcomes.

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When:
Saturday, June 12, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Tuesday, June 15, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Boston, MA
Tagged: Health, Research
GIH 2027
Jun
28
TO Jul 1

Grantmakers In Health Annual Conference on Health Philanthropy 2027

The Grantmakers In Health annual conference is an opportunity for influencers, leaders, and decisionmakers in health and philanthropy fields to explore innovative, multisectoral partnerships at the local, state, and national levels that advance health and equity.

The Grantmakers In Health annual conference is an opportunity for influencers, leaders, and decisionmakers in health and philanthropy fields to explore innovative, multisectoral partnerships at the local, state, and national levels that advance health and equity. Sessions will highlight how funders effectively partner with diverse stakeholders, bring community voice and expertise to partnerships, and identify key learnings from these collaborations.

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When:
Monday, June 28, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Thursday, July 1, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Chicago, IL
Tagged: Health
NACCHO 2027 Logo
Jul
20
TO Jul 23

National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) 360 2027

NACCHO360 is the largest convening of local health department leaders and public health professionals in the United States, offering the opportunity to learn, network, and share experiences and best practices across local health departments.

NACCHO360 is the largest convening of local health department leaders and public health professionals in the United States, offering the opportunity to learn, network, and share experiences and best practices across local health departments.

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When:
Tuesday, July 20, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Friday, July 23, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Orlando, FL
Tagged: Health, Policy
NASHP Conference 2027 logo
Aug
30
TO Sep 1

National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) Annual Conference

National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) convenes hundreds of state leaders from all 50 states and DC, and brings attention to the most timely, cutting-edge issues facing state health policymakers, and highlights innovative solutions shared by the nation’s leading experts.

National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) convenes hundreds of state leaders from all 50 states and DC, and brings attention to the most timely, cutting-edge issues facing state health policymakers, and highlights innovative solutions shared by the nation’s leading experts. Topics include: Medicaid, public health, health care costs, coverage and access, behavioral health, workforce, maternal and child health, primary care, caregiving, aging, and much more.

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When:
Monday, August 30, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Wednesday, September 1, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Louisville, KY
Tagged: Health, Policy
HAVI Conference 2027
Sep
13
TO Sep 15

The Health Alliance for Violence Intervention (HAVI) Conference 2027

The HAVI hosts a biennial conference convening violence intervention professionals, hospital and healthcare partners, community organizations, survivor leaders, researchers, advocates, and funders for reflective and forward-looking gatherings that strengthen the field.

The HAVI hosts a biennial conference convening violence intervention professionals, hospital and healthcare partners, community organizations, survivor leaders, researchers, advocates, and funders for reflective and forward-looking gatherings that strengthen the field. These spaces are built to sustain connection, lift up leadership, share emerging practices, and deepen collective understanding of what it means to prevent violence and promote healing.

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When:
Monday, September 13, 2027 9:00 AM EST
Wednesday, September 15, 2027 5:00 PM EST
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Tagged: Policy, Violence Prevention

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