Why Become a Member?
As a member you have many opportunities to participate, network and contribute to AVA's activities, website and educational resources :
ACEs Health Champions Gatherings
The purpose of the ACEs Health Champions Network (AHCN) is to educate, inspire and connect as we build a community of health-focused individuals, organizations.
Regional Academies
A Regional Academy is a collaboration between AVA experts and local leaders to develop a trauma-resiliency informed community.
Scholars Program
The Academy on Violence and Abuse Scholars Program is a mentorship program designed to improve the ability of junior researchers to conduct high quality research and to enter into productive careers focused on understanding and minimizing the effects of violence and abuse on people’s health.
Annual Conferences
The AVA holds two annual conferences every year, the San Diego Pre-Conferences, and the Global Health Summit.
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