School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
2025 National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm Related Harms
2025 National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm Related Harms
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This gift supports the annual convening of researchers, students, practitioners and policymakers dedicated to advancing evidence-based solutions to firearm-related harms. Funds will directly support the costs of hosting a three-day national conference, including venue rental, catering, technology support and keynote speaker honoraria. In addition, this gift helps provide competitive travel awards for students and early-career scholars who might otherwise be unable to attend due to financial barriers — ensuring a more inclusive and diverse community of participants.
By contributing to this fund, donors help accelerate the development and dissemination of firearm injury prevention research. The conference fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, mentoring and the translation of research into actionable strategies that promote community safety. This gift empowers a new generation of researchers and equips decision-makers with the tools needed to address one of the most pressing public health issues in the U.S. today.
Impact of donor support
- Supports travel awards for approximately 30 students and post-doctoral scholars, expanding access for those with financial need.
- Helps bring together an estimated 600 attendees for three days of scientific exchange and collaboration.
- Advances interdisciplinary research by connecting experts from public health, criminology, medicine and policy fields.
- Supports mentoring opportunities through student-focused events such as a networking reception and mentoring breakfast.
- Promotes real-world impact by equipping practitioners with evidence-based strategies to reduce firearm-related harms.
- Helps grow a national community committed to preventing firearm violence through research, innovation and collaboration.
