S5E1 SVRI Forum 2026: Making space for conversations that matter to end GBV
Tue Jan 27 2026
In this episode, we take you inside the SVRI Forum - the world’s leading global conference dedicated to research, practice, and action on violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality.
Hear what makes the SVRI Forum unlike any other event in the field - from its electric energy and interdisciplinary collaboration to its commitment to turning evidence into action. With reflections from those who have attended past Forums, we unpack why the SVRI Forum is a catalyst for learning, connection, and lasting change and why the field cannot do without it.
Your host is: Elizabeth Dartnall, Executive Director, Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI).
This episode’s guests are:
Natalie Robi Tingo - East Africa Lead at The Five Foundation, Founder of Msichana Empowerment Kuria, and winner of the SVRI Forum 2022 Best Young Practitioner Award
Professor Rozina Karmaliani - Endowed Chair at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Aga Khan University
Manisha Mehta - Former Program Director, Women’s Rights Program, Wellspring Philanthropic Fund
🎧 Listen to learn:
➡︎ What makes the SVRI Forum a truly unique global convening in the field of violence prevention.
➡︎ Why bringing research, practice, funding, and lived experience together accelerates impact.
➡︎ What past participants say about the connections, insights, and inspiration they took home.
⚡Follow SVRI on Instagram.
🌐Check out the SVRI website.
🎥 Watch our film on YouTube.
💬 Connect with the SVRI svri@svri.org and our host, Elizabeth Dartnall.
🎙️ An OG Podcasts Ltd production.
Resources:
Learn more about the forum and secure your spot.
Watch highlights from our 2024 Forum.
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In this episode, we take you inside the SVRI Forum - the world’s leading global conference dedicated to research, practice, and action on violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality. Hear what makes the SVRI Forum unlike any other event in the field - from its electric energy and interdisciplinary collaboration to its commitment to turning evidence into action. With reflections from those who have attended past Forums, we unpack why the SVRI Forum is a catalyst for learning, connection, and lasting change and why the field cannot do without it. Your host is: Elizabeth Dartnall, Executive Director, Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI). This episode’s guests are: Natalie Robi Tingo - East Africa Lead at The Five Foundation, Founder of Msichana Empowerment Kuria, and winner of the SVRI Forum 2022 Best Young Practitioner Award Professor Rozina Karmaliani - Endowed Chair at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Aga Khan University Manisha Mehta - Former Program Director, Women’s Rights Program, Wellspring Philanthropic Fund 🎧 Listen to learn: ➡︎ What makes the SVRI Forum a truly unique global convening in the field of violence prevention. ➡︎ Why bringing research, practice, funding, and lived experience together accelerates impact. ➡︎ What past participants say about the connections, insights, and inspiration they took home. ⚡Follow SVRI on Instagram. 🌐Check out the SVRI website. 🎥 Watch our film on YouTube. 💬 Connect with the SVRI svri@svri.org and our host, Elizabeth Dartnall. 🎙️ An OG Podcasts Ltd production. Resources: Learn more about the forum and secure your spot. Watch highlights from our 2024 Forum.