ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE
This Conference has become a unique forum for people from all disciplines and philosophies to gather for in-depth exchange of current information on all facets of violence, abuse and trauma prevention, intervention and research. We are one of the very few conferences that actually includes researchers, practitioners, advocates, consumer-survivors, and front-line workers from all disciplines to share information, discuss controversial issues, and have the difficult dialogues. Topic tracks span intimate partner violence, child maltreatment, children exposed to violence, youth violence, criminal justice issues, sexual assault, people with disabilities, treatment of victims and offenders, elder abuse, trauma, and more. We have strived to infuse our theme of “Uniting for Peace: Linking Research, Policy and Practice to End Violence and Abuse in Homes and Communities Worldwide,” into the presentations as well as into the thoughtfulness and professionalism reflected in the Conference content.
A two-year old Think Tank, composed of renowned national and international professionals, advocates and consumer/survivors in the field of violence, abuse and trauma, has developed into the National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence Across the Lifespan (NPEIV). The NPEIV is, again, meeting at the Conference to advance its action-based mandate for violence prevention by identifying and addressing gaps and issues facing the fields. Additional information on the goals of the Think Tank and NPEIV is available on our website: www.ivatcenters.org or www.npeiv.org.
The vision of the many Conference co-sponsors, collaborating organizations, exhibitors, and participants is to make a significant positive impact on eliminating all forms of abuse everywhere. We are expecting over 1,000 attendees from all over the globe for an appreciation of multi-ethnic and multicultural perspectives on multidisciplinary trainings and information sharing. Opportunities for networking are scheduled program components, designed to enhance informal discussions of cutting-edge research, prevention strategies, policy changes, innovative methods, criminal justice and legal issues, healthcare approaches, intervention techniques, advanced clinical concepts and skill-building essentials. Everyone will gain from this unique Conference – laying the groundwork for realizing the IVAT, Alliant International University, NPEIV, our Conference Team and attendees’ common vision for peace.
- At-risk Youth
- Child Maltreatment
- Children Exposed to Violence
- Elder Abuse/People with Disabilities and other Vulnerable Populations
- Intimate Partner Violence-Offenders
- Intimate Partner Violence-Victims
- Legal and Criminal Justice
- Sexual Assault Offenders
- Sexual Assault Victims
- Trauma in the Military
- Other Trauma
Various CE opportunities exist. Please click on the links below for further information:
IVAT Contact: Patricia Smith
Training & Continuing Education Coordinator
(858) 527-1860 x4042
psmith@alliant.edu
CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
Advocates, Researchers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Nurses, Judges, Attorneys, Clergy, Counselors, Military, Marriage and Family Therapists, Volunteers, Physicians, Policy Makers, Educators, Law Enforcement, Probation and Parole, Psychiatrists, Shelter and Crisis Center Workers, Consumers and Others.
15th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES
The Institute on Violence, Abuse and Trauma (IVAT) offers various support opportunities designed to fit any budget. IVAT will ensure that your monetary donation will be made available to Conference attendees. Your organization/agency will be acknowledged appropriately in all Conference materials.
The following are examples of specific sponsorship opportunities:
- Audio-Visual Equipment Rental and Conference Recording
- Facilities Rental
- Catering (Breakfasts, Coffee Breaks, Luncheon)
- Printing Costs
- Speaker Expenses
- Opening/Closing Ceremonies
- Scholarships
- Workshop/ Session
Please contact IVAT for a complete listing of sponsorship opportunities and the benefits at each sponsorship level. Sponsorships range from $1,000 - $20,000 or more.
Sponsorship Form
Donor Letter and Form
Sponsorship:
Malou Indon
Marketing and Events Coordinator
(858) 527-1860 x 42700
mindon@alliant.edu
Collaborating organizations provide in-kind support and services. Examples include:
- Providing staff for volunteer assistance during the conference
- Printing, copying, and mailing of conference materials
- Providing a representative to actively participate in the conference planning committee
- Disseminating IVAT conference promotional materials through networks, websites, listservs, and events
In exchange for support, collaborating organizations receive advertising on the IVAT website, dissemination of information through IVAT’s networks, recognition in the conference program and materials, etc.
Collaboration Form
IVAT Contact: Malou Indon
Marketing & Events Coordinator
(858) 527-1860 x4270
mindon@alliant.edu
Exhibitors are very important to the success of the Conference, and we are committed to providing a venue to present products and services to all those who will celebrate and attend the 15th International Conference on Violence, Abuse and Truma.
The Conference Exhibits will be at the Golden Pacific Ballroom of the Town and Country Hotel. Exhibit space measures 8’x10’ on an enclosed floor plan. All booths are equipped with an 8 foot backdrop, 3 foot side draperies, 1 table, 2 chairs and 1 wastebasket. For additional information, please check our exhibitor’s prospectus.
If you are interested in the opportunity to exhibit or display materials, sell merchandise or demonstrate products & services, please complete the Exhibitor Application and return as soon as possible, but no later than August 15, 2010.
Conference program advertisements are also available.
Exhibitor Form
Volunteer opportunities for the Conference provide important ways to be integrally involved in a major training event, focusing on vital issues around trauma and abuse for both professionals and consumers. Networking with a unique gathering research, prevention, assessment and intervention experts is a rare bonus. Be assured that IVAT could not successfully produce the Conference without the dedicated support of valued volunteers, who provide clerical, customer service and hands-on assistance at every level. We look forward to working with another committed, flexible and patient group.
Volunteer Form
IVAT Contact:
Stephany Hamrell
Program and Volunteer Coordinator
(858) 527-1860 x 4550
shamrell@alliant.edu
CONFERENCE CONTACTS
Program
Sandi Capuano Morrison
858-527-1860 x 4410
scapuano@alliant.edu
Registration/Sponsorship
Malou Indon
858-527-1860 x 4270
mindon@alliant.edu
Special Project and Grants
Kori Ryan
858-527-1860 x 4310
kryan@alliant.edu
Continuing Education/Affiliated Training
Patricia Smith
858-527-1860 x 4042
psmith@alliant.edu
Volunteer/Awards
Stephany Hamrell
858-527-1860 x 4550
shamrell@alliant.edu
Exhibitor
Alexis Weintraub
858-527-1860 x 4034
aweintraub@alliant.edu
General Conference Inquiry
Heather McMahon
858-527-1860 x 4030
ivatconf@alliant.edu
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