Join Us at SPR 34th Annual Meeting in Washington, DC

New Horizons in Prevention Science: Multilevel Interventions for Systemic Challenges

May 26-29, 2026
Washington, DC

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Early-Bird Ends May 4!

Our Mission and Strategic Plan 2024-2028

The Society for Prevention Research is an international, multi-disciplinary organization dedicated to advancing scientific investigation about how to prevent negative outcomes and foster well-being for individuals, families, and communities. We also seek to ensure this knowledge promotes a healthy and equitable society through the use of research-informed and socially just programs, practices, and policies.

What Is Prevention Science?

Strategic Plan 2024-2028

Recent News & Updates

2/16/2026: DNC Speaker Series: Celebrating Black History Month Feb 24, 2026, 12 PM ET Learn More & Register!

2/12/2026: Reserve your Hotel Room Today! Discounted Rate Reservation Deadline: April 27

2/10/2026: Accepting Nominations: SPR 2026 Fellows & SPR and ECPN Awards
Deadline: March 13, 2026. Submit a Nomination Today!

2/9/2026: Online Registration for SPR 2026 Now Open! Early-bird Deadline: May 4, 2026

1/23/2026: President’s Letter: January 2026 Highlights the Future of Prevention Science! Read More & Download the PDF!

1/20/2026: Call for SPR Cup Team Letters of Intent Now Available! Learn More & Submit Today!

1/01/2026: Join/Renew your SPR membership for 2026! Click Here

12/5/2025: Launching SPR Report: Core Competencies for Prevention Researchers! Learn More & Share Today!

 

 

 

Careers, Training, & Resources

Career Opportunities in Prevention Research

Launching SPR Report: Core Competencies for Prevention Researchers

Standards of Evidence

Degree Programs or Certificates in Prevention Science and Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Training/Education in Prevention Science

SAMHSA's Technology Transfer Centers (TTC) Program

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Upcoming Events

May 26–29, 2026
SPR 2026 Annual Meeting
Washington, DC, USA
Mark your calendars to attend the most important prevention science conference: the Society for Prevention Research (SPR) 34th Annual Meeting, which will be held in person May 26-29, 2026.