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2026 Global Health Summit

Global Health Summit - Jacksonville 2026

Thursday, October 15, 2026Friday, October 16, 2026
580 W. 8th Street
UF Health Tower Two
Jacksonville , FL 32209
US
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Aman Kaur
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Science, Innovation, and Action: Advancing Trauma-Informed Care Across the Lifecourse

The 2026 AVA Global Health Summit provides a collegial environment for presenters and attendees to meet, network, and learn about the latest scientific research and evidence-based practices addressing violence and abuse treatment and prevention. Join globally recognized experts in discussions of a variety of healthcare issues, such as interpersonal violence, health professional education, advocacy, and community empowerment.

Schedule:

Featured Highlights:

  • Opening Remarks from new AVA President, Martina Jelley, MD, MSPH, MACP

  • 4 Plenary Sessions:

  • Peer-Reviewed Presentations:

    • 7 Workshops: Each 90-minute workshop is designed to provide attendees with knowledge and develop take-home skills. All workshops include an active participation component, such as small-group discussion, role-plays, or another active learning technique.
    • 9 Seminars: 30-minute sessions formatted to include 20-minute oral presentations and 10 minutes of audience questions, designed to share knowledge on the topic of interest or program.
    • 10 Scientific Research Abstracts: Each abstract is a 15-minute session, formatted to include a 10-minute oral presentation reporting original research, followed by 5 minutes for audience questions.
    • 7 Scientific Posters: All posters will be on display in person at the Reception.

 

Hotel & Travel:

AVA has a special room block reserved at the Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Downtown Southbank for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, through Friday, October 16, 2026. Book your room (including 1 King Bed, microwave, fridge, and parking) for $140 per night.

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Click Here to Explore Recommended Restaurants and Things to Do in Jacksonville

 

Virtual Registration Option:

Not able to join AVA in Jacksonville this October? Consider the $150 virtual registration option to receive a Zoom meeting link. You will be able to attend the entire conference virtually, except for the reception.

 

Students:

Join AVA as a student member for $25 to receive a conference registration discount and access to an international professional network for an entire year!

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