Announcing the 10th Annual Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Summit!
We are thrilled to announce the 10th Annual Primary Prevention Summit, hosted by the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NYSCADV). Mark your calendars for November 18 and 19, 2024, at the Rivers Resort & Casino Events Center, where we will come together to celebrate over two decades of dedication, innovation, and resilience.

Engage with Thought Leaders and Innovators

This summit brings together professionals with expertise in national, state, and local prevention strategies. Engage with thought leaders from across the country and New York State as we explore cutting-edge strategies to prevent intimate partner and sexual violence.

Interactive Workshops and Insightful Sessions
Our summit features a series of engaging workshops and insightful sessions conducted by experts and practitioners in the field. Discover innovative and effective community-based prevention strategies and take away practical tools and approaches that you can implement in your own work.

Who Should Attend?
This summit is designed for a diverse group of stakeholders dedicated to preventing domestic and sexual violence in their communities, including:

Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention Educators & Advocates
Youth Advocates
Coaches
Youth Community Activity Leaders
Athletic Directors
School Administrators
School Counselors
Parents
State Partners
Funders
What to Expect
This year's summit promises to be the best yet, with a mixture of topics addressing health equity, racial justice, and engaging diverse groups across sectors and ages. Participants can look forward to:

Dynamic Workshops: Participate in interactive workshops that provide practical tools and approaches for primary prevention.
Expert Panels: Learn from leading experts in the field through panel discussions that address current challenges and future directions.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow advocates, educators, and thought leaders to share ideas and build collaborative relationships.
Resource Sharing: Gain access to valuable resources and best practices that can be implemented in your community or organization.
We encourage new Prevention Educators to join us on November 18th for “Prevention 101: What do we know about preventing Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.” Reflecting on the past two decades of robust prevention programming, this session will serve as a primer and will review the basics of the public health model, prevention principles, community organizing for dismantling oppression, and promoting social justice.

Be Part of the Movement
Let’s come together to celebrate our achievements, reflect on our journey, and fuel our passion for a brighter, safer future. Your presence and participation are vital as we continue to make strides towards ending domestic violence and sexual assault. Join us in our mission to end intimate partner and sexual violence before it starts.

Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity to participate in what is sure to be a transformative event bringing together diverse approaches as we work toward creating safer communities.