Track 1
Violence Against Women: Prevention, Protection & Justice
Domestic abuse • coercive control • post-separation abuse • stalking • safeguarding • justice • policy • human rights
13th International Conference
ICOVAW 2026
13th International Conference on Violence Against Women
Our Collective Power
Advancing Safe, Inclusive & Sustainable Futures
Event Dates
19–21 November 2026
Venue
Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport2 International Gate, DyceAberdeen AB21 0BE, United Kingdom
Location
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
About ICOVAW
A global gathering for those who act
ICOVAW is an established international conference bringing together survivors, advocates, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, community and faith leaders, NGOs and other stakeholders committed to preventing and responding to violence against women.
ICOVAW 2026 marks the 13th conference in this continuing mission.
The Theme
Our Collective Power
The theme centres collective responsibility, cross-sector collaboration and survivor-centred approaches. It calls on every sector to move beyond awareness towards coordinated, inclusive and sustainable action.
ICOVAW 2026 Conference Tracks
Eight pathways for collective action
Exploring multidisciplinary pathways towards safer, inclusive and sustainable futures for women and communities.
Track 2
Trauma, Mental Health, Healing & Recovery
Trauma and PTSD • psychological wellbeing • trauma-informed practice • healing • resilience • survivor recovery
Track 3
Substance Use, Addiction & Recovery
Trauma and substance use • addiction • recovery pathways • family impact • integrated domestic-abuse and addiction responses
Track 4
Health, Social Care & Multi-Agency Practice
Healthcare responses • social work • safeguarding • risk assessment • referral pathways • multidisciplinary collaboration
Track 5
Economic Empowerment, Financial Security & Sustainable Futures
Economic abuse • financial security • employability • entrepreneurship • empowerment • sustainable livelihoods
Track 6
Leadership, Governance & Institutional Change
Leadership responses to violence against women • organisational culture • institutional accountability • professional development • policy implementation • systems change
Track 7
Faith, Culture, Community & Intersectionality
Faith responses • cultural contexts • minority communities • migration • community engagement • men and masculinities • culturally responsive practice
Track 8
Technology, Research, Innovation & Emerging Practice
Technology-facilitated abuse • digital safety • innovative interventions • research • education and training • evidence-informed practice • emerging approaches
Have research, practice or lived-experience-informed work relevant to one of these tracks?
Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 October 2026
ICOVAW 2026 Pre-Conference Professional Training
Beyond Separation
Understanding Trauma and Post-Separation Abuse
Recognising Coercive Control, Ongoing Risk and Trauma After the Relationship Ends
Date
Thursday, 19 November 2026
Time
9:00 AM–1:00 PM UK Time
Format
Live Online Professional Training
An intensive four-hour professional training exploring the continuing dynamics of abuse after separation and the trauma-informed approaches needed to recognise risk, respond effectively and support survivors towards safety and recovery.
Register for Pre-Conference TrainingPre-Conference Training Fees
Registered ICOVAW 2026 Delegate£25
Non-Conference Participant£50
Student£20
The Pre-Conference Professional Training is optional and requires separate registration.
Participants who complete the training will receive a Certificate of Professional Training/Attendance.
Training Content
- Understanding post-separation abuse
- Coercive and controlling behaviour after separation
- Trauma and trauma responses
- Recognising trauma triggers
- Stalking, harassment and continuing intimidation
- Technology-facilitated abuse
- Economic and financial abuse after separation
- Children and post-separation coercive control
- Risk identification and safeguarding
- Trauma-informed communication and response
- Practical advocacy, recovery and referral pathways
Who Should Attend?
- Domestic abuse practitioners
- Social workers
- Counsellors and therapists
- Health and social care professionals
- Safeguarding professionals
- Advocates
- Faith and community leaders
- Researchers
- Students
- Professionals supporting survivors of domestic abuse
Three-Day Programme
The ICOVAW 2026 conference journey
Thursday’s pre-conference and opening programme leads into the main conference days on Friday and Saturday.
Thursday 19 November | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Pre-Conference & Opening Day · Virtual Professional Training
01Thursday 19 November | 7:00 PM
Pre-Conference & Opening Day · ICOVAW 2026 Opening Dinner
02Friday 20 November 2026
Main Conference — Day One
03Saturday 21 November 2026
Main Conference — Day Two & Closing Ceremony
04Official Evening Welcome
ICOVAW 2026 Opening Dinner
Thursday, 19 November 2026 · 7:00 PM
The official ICOVAW 2026 evening welcome preceding the two main conference days.
2 International Gate
Dyce
Aberdeen AB21 0BE
United Kingdom
Main Conference — Day One
Friday 20 November 2026Conference presentations, multidisciplinary sessions, professional exchange, networking and engagement across the ICOVAW 2026 conference tracks.
Full Programme Coming Soon
Main Conference — Day Two
Saturday 21 November 2026Conference presentations, multidisciplinary sessions, professional exchange and collaboration.
ICOVAW 2026 Closing Ceremony
Full Programme Coming Soon
Meet the Speakers
Voices leading the conversation
Speaker announcements will be published here as they are confirmed.
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Keynote Speakers
Name to be announced
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Biography
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Featured Speakers
Name to be announced
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Panelists
Name to be announced
Professional title
Organisation · Country
Presentation topic
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Biography
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Workshop Facilitators
Name to be announced
Professional title
Organisation · Country
Presentation topic
Topic to be confirmed
Biography
Short biography coming soon.
Call for Abstracts & Contributions
Share your research and practice
Researchers, academics, practitioners, advocates, policymakers, community organisations and professionals are invited to submit contributions.
Abstract Length: 250–300 words
Accepted formats
Oral PresentationPoster PresentationWorkshopPanel ProposalResearch PresentationPractice-Based Presentation
Submit Your AbstractAbstract Submission Deadline
15 October 2026
Notification of Decision
By 20 October 2026
Accepted Presenter Registration Deadline
31 October 2026
Registration
Choose your place at ICOVAW 2026
Eventbrite is the official registration and payment platform for ICOVAW 2026.
Early Bird Registration Ends 10 October 2026 at 11:59 PM UK Time
Early Bird Registration
Available until 10 October 2026
Early Bird Delegate
Early Bird Organisation Package
3 delegates · £70 per delegate
Student
Accepted Presenter
Standard Registration
From 11 October 2026
Standard Delegate
Standard Organisation Package
3 delegates · £80 per delegate
Student
Accepted Presenter
International delegates pay the same applicable registration rates as UK delegates.
ICOVAW is committed to keeping conference participation accessible to practitioners, advocates, researchers, community organisations and emerging professionals. Delegate fees are kept as accessible as possible with the support of sponsors and partners.
Volunteer
Help make ICOVAW 2026 possible
Join the team supporting ICOVAW 2026 across the three-day programme and help create a welcoming, professional conference experience.
- Registration & Delegate Welcome
- Speaker & VIP Support
- Conference Administration
- Venue & Programme Support
- Social Media & Communications
- Photography / Documentation
- Exhibition & Networking Support
- General Volunteer Support
Travel & Accommodation
Plan your journey to Aberdeen
Practical information for UK and international delegates will be updated as details are confirmed.
Confirmed venue
Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport
2 International GateDyce
Aberdeen AB21 0BE
United Kingdom
Main Conference · 20–21 November 2026
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Visa Information & Support Letters
Documentation for international delegates
International delegates who require documentation confirming their participation in ICOVAW 2026 may request a conference attendance or visa support letter after completing the relevant registration requirements.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: A conference attendance or visa support letter confirms participation in ICOVAW 2026. It does not guarantee the granting of a UK visa. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant UK immigration authorities.
Delegates remain responsible for their visa application, visa fees, travel, accommodation and associated expenses.
Sponsors & Partners
Three Days. One Collective Mission. Lasting Impact.
Partner with ICOVAW 2026 from 19–21 November 2026 and help advance safer, inclusive and sustainable futures.
Conference SponsorPre-Conference Professional Training SponsorOpening Dinner SponsorConference Track / Programme SponsorDelegate SponsorClosing Ceremony SponsorExhibition PartnerStrategic PartnerIn-Kind Partner
ICOVAW Impact
13 Conferences. One Continuing Mission.
Amplifying Voices
Building Partnerships
Sharing Knowledge
Influencing Practice
Strengthening Communities
Ending Violence Against Women
Previous ICOVAW conference photographs will be added when provided.
Contact
Start a conversation
For attendance, abstracts, volunteering, sponsorship or partnership enquiries, use the form. Email us at info@ttoheal.org or use the enquiry form below.
ICOVAW 2026
Our Collective Power Can Create Lasting Change
19–21 November 2026
Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Attend. Present. Volunteer. Partner. Sponsor.