Back to All Events

National Conference on Health & Domestic Violence


Hosted by Futures Without Violence

Join more than 1,100 attendees at Futures Without Violence's National Conference on Health and Domestic Violence (NCHDV) this April 28th-30th, 2020 in Chicago, IL! The goals of the Conference are to advance impact and partnership in the field of health and domestic violence; present the latest promising practices and innovative partnership approaches; feature new research; and emphasize prevention and intervention strategies relevant to diverse communities. Conference topics span a wide range addressing factors that contribute to violence across the lifespan, involving clinical, advocacy, community program, public health and education's responses to domestic and sexual violence.

More than 500 speakers are featured across 3-days of activities, with 16 Pre-Conference Institutes taking place Tuesday, April 28th; and 200+ presentations, 200+ posters and plenary and keynote sessions taking place April 29th-30th. We offer CMEs/CEUs for many professions; host an evening reception; include an exhibit hall with resource tables and posters; and host networking opportunities and artist performances.

All health care and violence prevention professionals are encouraged to attend, including:

  • Advocates, and survivors

  • Health care practitioners, including: clinicians, nurses, medical assistants, midwives, doulas, and dentists and dental hygienists

  • Mental and behavioral health providers, counselors and social workers

  • Health administrators, educators, and navigators

  • Local/State/Tribal officials and government employees

  • Organizers, activists, and community leaders

  • Policy makers, and analysts

  • Researchers, and students… and more!

Take advantage of discounted early registration rates! Early registration will end on January 30th, 2020. Discounted hotel room rate is available through registration. Need-based scholarships are also available.

Register for the 2020 Conference on Health and Domestic Violence.