Call for Abstracts for the SVRI Forum 2026 now open: Submit and present your research at the groundbreaking conference

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Closing Date: 30 January 2026

Call for Abstracts for the SVRI Forum 2026 now open: Submit and present your research at the groundbreaking conference

The Call for Abstracts for the SVRI Forum 2026 closes at the end of this month, on 30 January 2026!

Don’t miss your chance to present your research at the largest conference on violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality

Types of Abstracts

Research/Programme/Practice-based Abstracts (Single submission)

These are stand-alone submissions that describe a piece of research, a programme, or a practice-based initiative. While the work may be conducted by a team, and multiple authors can be listed, only one abstract is submitted and reviewed as a single contribution.

Panel Abstracts (Group submission)

Panel submissions are coordinated as a group and must include multiple linked abstracts that together explore a shared theme, issue, or question.

How to submit your abstract:

The SVRI uses Oxford Abstracts as its system to manage abstract submissions. When submitting your abstract, you will be asked to create a profile. This is a simple process, and you will be able to access your profile at any time. Please note that only incomplete abstracts will be editable. Complete abstracts submitted will not be editable but if you require changes, please write to SVRI at [email protected]. Abstracts are accepted in English, Spanish and French.

Abstract format and content

Abstract length is up to 350 words with a working title of up to 25 words.

An abstract is a window into your work. In 350 words or less your abstract should provide abstract reviewers with a clear and concise summary of what you will present on at the conference. Try to make your abstract enticing, using plain language. Succinctly outline why the study is important, how you did your study, how your programme was evaluated, your findings, why the reviewer should care about your work, and how it is important for the field.

It is the only information a reviewer will have about your work so it must provide enough information to stand on its own. See tips on how to write a good conference abstract here.

Types of presentations

Abstract submitters can submit abstracts for presentation on one of the following :

Oral presentation – Research
Oral presentation – Programme / Practice-based knowledge
Oral presentations as part of a full panel submission
Four-minute presentation on a research study or programme
Poster

Abstract criteria

Reviewers will look at the following when reviewing your abstract:

Relevance: Does it address a key theme or area of debate? Will it be of interest?
Clarity/purpose: Are the objectives clear and well presented?
Methods: Is the data analysis and interpretation appropriate? Is the methodology used appropriately
Significance: Are the study/programme/policy findings significant? Are the conclusions clear and appropriate?
Contribution: Does it provide recommendations for future projects/policy making? Is it based in a LMIC/resource poor setting?

Ethics: SVRI Forum is committed to care, safety, and responsible research practice. Because many submissions involve people affected by violence, research studies must have ethics approval or a documented exemption from an authorised body. Where formal ethics approval is not available or possible, the scientific committee may look for a clear description of the steps taken to protect participants, including informed consent, confidentiality, risk management, and referral pathways. Please see the guidance here.

Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities

The SVRI Forum 2026 represents more than just a conference. It’s a global movement to end violence against women, violence against children, and other intersecting forms of gender-based violence through evidence-based action.