Become an SPR Member
Join an international, multidisciplinary community advancing prevention science, research, policy, and practice to promote healthier and more equitable communities.
What is the Society for Prevention Research (SPR)?
SPR is an international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to advancing scientific investigation about how to prevent negative outcomes and foster well-being for individuals, families, and communities.
SPR promotes the use of research-informed and socially just programs, practices, and policies to support a healthy and equitable society through prevention science.
SPR aims to be a diverse and inclusive community that leads the promotion of a healthy and equitable society through prevention science.
Who Are SPR Members?
Membership is open to anyone interested in prevention science, including students, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and professionals from diverse disciplines and perspectives.
Students
Undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral trainees interested in prevention science and research.
Researchers
Scientists and scholars conducting innovative prevention research across disciplines.
Policymakers
Leaders and advocates applying evidence-based prevention strategies to policy and systems.
Practitioners
Professionals implementing prevention programs and practices in communities and organizations.
Why Join SPR?
Collaboration & Professional Engagement
Connect with SPR members to advance your research, policy, and practice through:
- Committees and volunteer leadership opportunities
- Special interest groups and member networks
- Early Career Preventionist Network
- Diversity Network Committee
- International Committee
- Online member directory
SPR Annual Meeting
Enjoy discounted member registration rates for the SPR Annual Meeting and pre-conference training workshops.
The annual meeting convenes scientists, policymakers, and practitioners engaged in cutting-edge research and practice in prevention science.
Prevention Science Journal
Receive online access to all eight annual issues of Prevention Science, SPR’s official journal.
The journal serves as a leading interdisciplinary forum for prevention science theory, research, and practice.
Leadership Opportunities
Strengthen your professional experience and leadership portfolio by:
- Serving on SPR committees
- Participating in volunteer leadership roles
- Running for the SPR Board of Directors
- Expanding your professional network
Professional Visibility
Share your scholarship, achievements, publications, and professional news through SPR communications and social media channels.
Build visibility and connect with colleagues across the prevention science community.
Resources & Standards
Access valuable resources supporting prevention scientists, including:
- Core competencies
- Standards of evidence
- Professional development resources
- Field-wide prevention science guidance
Ready to Join SPR?
Become part of a global community advancing prevention science through research, collaboration, leadership, and innovation.