Call for abstracts now open
Closing date: 30 January 2026
Types of abstracts
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 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 our 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 us at forums@svri.org. Abstracts are accepted in English, Spanish and French.
Research and Programme/Practice-Based Knowledge Abstracts
These are stand-alone submissions that describe a piece of research, a programme, or practice-based learnings/knowledge (PbK). 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.
Abstracts are reviewed on their own merit and, if selected, will be grouped by the Scientific Committee into panel sessions based on thematic fit and complementarity with other submissions.
This is the best route if you’re sharing findings or insights from a project or programme – even if it involves a team – but do not have a group of coordinated abstracts tied together under one theme.
Abstracts are accepted in English, Spanish and French.
Submit your abstract here:
Panel Abstracts (Group Submissions)
Panel submissions are coordinated group entries that must include a panel abstract and one abstract per panellist, all linked by a shared theme, issue, or question.
Panels should present diverse perspectives and are best suited for collaborative work across institutions, regions, or sectors.
Please note:
- A single abstract for the whole panel will not be accepted.
- Panels based on one study or project will not be considered.
- SVRI may adjust or split panels to strengthen the programme.
- Panel slots are very limited and competitive — please carefully consider if this is the most strategic format for your work.
Abstracts are accepted in English, Spanish and French.
Submit your panel abstract here:
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 our guidance here.