31st San Diego International Hybrid Summit on Violence, Abuse and Trauma Across the Lifespan
September 24 - 26, 2026 at The Hyatt Regency La Jolla, San Diego, CA
31st Summit Tracks
Early Childhood
Focused on the foundations of trauma, prevention across earliest life stages, can include child maltreatment, ACEs, primary prevention/early intervention, family dynamics, attachment, child welfare, education, etc.Adolescent and Emerging Adult
Focused on adolescent and emerging adult trauma, campus assault, youth violence, sexual victimization, peer/dating violence, etc.Adults and Elders
Focused on examining long-term impacts of trauma, pathways to healing for adults, adult survivors of abuse/trauma, IPV victims/survivors and offenders, complex trauma, chronic stress, etc.Systemic, Historical, and Collective Trauma
Focused on historical trauma, systemic trauma, marginalized populations, institutional betrayal, community resilience, cultural/indigenous healing practices, structural inequities, justice reform and intergenerational trauma.Justice, Accountability, and Rehabilitation
Focused on trauma with legal systems, offender rehabilitation, societal accountability, legal, forensic, and criminal justice issues, IPV offenders, restorative justice, trauma-informed courts, institutional responses, etc.Advanced Clinical
Only offered in-person.
The San Diego Summit
The San Diego Summit is a unique forum for professionals across all disciplines and philosophies to gather for in-depth exchange of current information on all facets of violence, abuse and trauma prevention, intervention, treatment, and research. We are one of the very few events that include researchers, practitioners, advocates, survivors, and front-line workers from all disciplines to share information, discuss controversial issues, and engage in difficult dialogues. Evident in our uniquely comprehensive programming, the Summit focuses on linking research, practice, policy and advocacy to promote violence-free living for all. Opportunities for networking, continuing education, specialty certifications, and more make this an event you don’t want to miss.
“This was my first IVAT. It superseded my expectations. The variety of speakers and classes that were offered was amazing. The organization from sign ins to room locations was well thought out and easily understood. The staff were knowledgeable and helpful. I left each session wanting to learn more and do more. I left the conference motivated to find solutions and unite others in my quest. Thank you for all of the hard work, time, dedication, expertise, knowledge and heart it took to put this conference together”
30th San Diego Highlight Video