Where research, collaboration, and innovation converge

The SVRI Forum 2026 will be held at the Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre, Bangkok, Thailand from 5 – 9 October 2026

The SVRI Forum is the Sexual Violence Research Initiative’s flagship event and the world’s leading conference on research, evidence, and solutions to prevent and respond to violence against women (VAW), violence against children (VAC), and other forms of gender-based violence (GBV).

Held every two years, this action-driven event brings together over 1,500 global stakeholders, researchers, practitioners, survivors, policymakers, funders, and activists to share cutting-edge research, challenge the status quo, and co-create solutions for a world free from violence.

SVRI Forum 2026 is co-hosted by the Southeast Asia Gender-Based Violence Prevention Platform and the UN Joint Programme, through UN Women and UNFPA. Together, we are building a global, inclusive, and collaborative space to strengthen evidence and advance action.

Get Involved

Abstract submission is now closed: Thank you to everyone who submitted an abstract for the SVRI Forum 2026. Receiving more than 2,200 submissions is a real testament to the resilience of the field and to the importance of the Forum as a space for sharing evidence, learning together, and shaping what comes next.

SVRI Forum 2026 Themes

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

EXHIBITION STANDS

PARTICIPANT DRIVEN EVENTS

Accessibility at SVRI Forum 2026

We are committed to making SVRI Forum 2026 as accessible and supportive as possible. During our recent site visit to the Centara Grand Hotel and Convention Centre, we reviewed mobility and accessibility across the venue and will continue strengthening these measures as planning progresses.

To help everyone plan their participation with ease, we encourage delegates and organisations to share any anticipated accessibility needs with us ahead of time. Early conversations enable us to provide accurate information about what the venue and our systems can offer, and to flag any limitations so participants can prepare accordingly. While we are not able to fund extensive accessibility support at this time, we do want to reassure delegates that the venue itself offers strong mobility access, including step-free routes, elevators to all conference levels, and accessible restrooms.

If you or your colleagues have accessibility requirements or suggestions, please contact us at forums@svri.org.

Your feedback is deeply valued and will help us improve the experience for everyone attending the Forum!

Key Dates and upcoming events

Important timelines

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
Abstract submissions open	Closed
Abstract submissions close	Closed
Abstract review process	March – April 2026
Abstract outcome notifications	June 2026
REGISTRATION
Early registrations open	Now open
Standard registrations open	1 March 2026
Late registrations open	16 August 2026
Exhibition registration	Now open
Participant driven event booking	Now open
Pre-conference workshop registration	Now open

“There was a warmness and a genuineness in the way people interacted.”

“Connecting with others in the field makes me remember that what I’m doing is part of something much larger than myself. It felt like BEING a part of a movement to create futures where everyone will feel safe from violence.”

“Your hard work and dedication created a space for younger researchers like me to learn, grow, and dream big. I am committed to applying the knowledge and insights I gained to my professional work and contributing meaningfully to my field.”

“Attending this conference was a dream come true for me”

“The SVRI was a global living and walking LIBRARY congregated in one space!”