THE CONFERENCE
The 2025 Global Domestic Violence Conference is scheduled to be held on May 21 - 23, 2025 at Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort in Fiji, South Pacific which brings together professionals, academics, activists, advocates and survivors from around the world to discuss and address the issue of domestic violence. This conference provides a platform for delegates to exchange ideas, share best practices, and collaborate on strategies to prevent and respond to domestic violence. The conference also serves as a forum to raise awareness about the impact of domestic violence on individuals, families, and communities, and to advocate for policy changes and increased resources to address this issue. This year's conference is envisage to be much larger with participation from South Pacific Nations delegates as planned during the 2024 Global Coalition Against Domestic Violence Conference in Cairns last February.
The conference is an opportunity to come together as global community, to learn from one another, and to work towards a future free from domestic and family violence. Delegates will have the chance to hear from experts in the field and domestic violence survivors to network with other survivors, professionals, and attend interactive workshops. We’re committed to making sure that everyone leaves feeling more informed and inspired to make a difference in their own community. At the end of the day, this conference is about inspiring individuals to take action and make a difference. We invite you to join us by registering to attend the conference.
The conference will highlight keynote sessions, panel discussions, and workshops on a range of topics related to family and domestic violence and delegates will have the opportunity to network and connect with other professionals and advocates. The conference provides a unique opportunity to learn about innovative approaches and research findings related to domestic violence prevention and response, and to engage in discussions on ways to improve the effectiveness of existing interventions. This conference is an opportunity to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. By attending, you can help make a positive impact on the world by being a part of the solution.
Overall, the Global Domestic Violence Conference is a critical event in the fight against domestic violence. By bringing together experts and advocates from around the world, the conference serves as a catalyst for change and a forum for collaborative action to end domestic violence. Through sharing ideas, best practices, and research findings, delegates can work together to develop more effective strategies to prevent and respond to domestic violence, and to advocate for policies and resources that support victims and promote healthy, violence-free relationships.
CONFERENCE AIM & OBJECTIVE
The aim of this conference is to bring together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and activists from around the world to discuss and address the issue of domestic violence and to create a platform for sharing research findings, best practices, and experiences related to domestic violence, and to identify effective strategies for prevention and intervention. The conference also aims specifically to:
Providing an open and frank forum for discussion.
Raising awareness about the prevalence and impact of domestic violence globally.
Exploring the causes and contributing factors of domestic violence.
Identifying effective prevention and intervention strategies for domestic violence.
Discussing the challenges and opportunities for addressing domestic violence in different cultural and social contexts.
Sharing innovative approaches and best practices for addressing domestic violence.
Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and cooperation among researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and activists in the field of domestic violence.
Encouraging the development of evidence-based policies and programs for preventing and addressing domestic violence.
Fostering a culture of respect, equality, and non-violence in relationships and communities.
CONFERENCE THEME
The conference themes are designed to empower and stimulate discussion in a positive manner so that learnings can be used back in our work environment to contribute to the global effort to end domestic violence and create a safer, more just, and equitable world for all. The three main tracks are categorized into the following:
I. Prevention and intervention strategies: This theme focuses on ways to prevent and intervene in cases of domestic violence and explore different strategies, programs, and policies aimed at reducing the incidence of domestic violence and protecting victims and survivors.
II. Addressing the needs of marginalized groups: This theme focuses on domestic violence experienced by marginalized groups such as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others who may face additional barriers to accessing support services.
III. Trauma-informed care and healing: This theme focuses on the importance of trauma-informed care and the need to prioritize healing and recovery for survivors of domestic violence as well as explore different approaches to trauma-informed care, including the role of mental health professionals, support groups, and other resources.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Domestic violence workers
Community groups
Family relationship workers
Community leaders
Indigenous women’s and men’s groups
Psychologists, Social Workers, NGOs
Women groups, Human Rights Enthusiasts
Nurses / Doctors/ Psychiatrists, Police Officers
People who are interested in combating Domestic Violence
Government Representatives, Community Leaders
Consultants / Legal Professionals
Domestic Violence Field Workers, Teachers
UNITED NATIONS DECLARATION
UN Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women recognises the urgent need for universal application to women of the rights and principles with regard to equality, security, liberty, integrity and dignity of all human beings, affirming that violence against women constitutes a violation of the rights and fundamental freedoms of women and impairs or nullifies their enjoyment of those rights and freedoms, and concerned about the long-standing failure to protect and promote those rights and freedoms in the case of violence against women, recognising that violence against women is a manifestation of historically unequal power relations between men and women, which have led to domination over and discrimination against women by men and to the prevention of the full advancement of women, and that violence against women is one of the crucial social mechanisms by which women are forced into a subordinate position compared with men, concerned that some groups of women such as women belonging to minority groups, Indigenous women, refugee women, migrant women, women living in rural or remote communities, destitute women, women in institutions or in detention, female children, women with disabilities, elderly women and women in situations of armed conflict, are especially vulnerable to violence.
CONFERENCE VENUE AND ACCOMMODATION
Fiji is an archipelago of more than 300 islands. It's famed for rugged landscapes, palm-lined beaches and coral reefs with clear lagoons. In 2025, the beating heart of Fiji awaits you on Denarau Island into our conference venue, Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, a multi-award-winning Fijian-owned resort. Renowned for its infamous ‘Cola Vina’ (Welcome) echoing far and wide across the resort, welcoming guests to the rhythmic beats of the “Lali” (Fijian drum) and a big BULA from friendly local hosts. Immerse into a symphony of unforgettable experiences whether lounging on beaches, teeing off at the 18-hole Championship Golf Course, playing a hand of tennis, savouring delicious cuisines and local sustainable dining options, swimming in lagoon-style pools, rejuvenate at its sister-spa, explore Fiji’s culture, or edu-taining kids club where every moment resonates with island vibrancy.
CONFERENCE NETWORKING DINNER
As they say, all work and no play, makes for a dull conference. So to overcome this, the conference secretary has organized a conference dinner to be held on the second night of the event. This dinner with give delegates the opportunity to further network whilst letting your hair down in an informal setting. The conference dinner will be at a cost of $200 per person for a three course meal. The conference dinner is additional to the conference fees and bookings must be made prior to the event.
MONEY SAVING IDEAS
The event secretary has come up with some great ideas on how to save money for you and your organisation.
ACCOMMODATION: We have negotiated a special room rate for delegates at the venue. To avail for this special discounted rate, contact us and advise your arrival or check-in date and departure date so we can send you the accommodation tax invoice accordingly.
TRAVEL: We have engaged First Nations Travel Agency to negotiate with all the relevant stakeholders for hotel & flights.
YOUR INVITATION
We wish to invite Indigenous and non-Indigenous people from Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, South Pacific Nations and other countries throughout to attend the conference to share and gather information. We also extend an invitation to participants to join us at the conference dinner in a relaxed atmosphere.
To ensure that delegates attend and participate, it is important to note that to show accountability of delegates in meeting their obligation; each delegate will receive a Certificate of Attendance only when they attend 85% of all the conference sessions. In addition, delegates will receive an electronic copy of all papers & presentations presented at the conference.
Who: Individuals, Groups, NGO’s, Government Agencies & Others
When: 21st to 23rd May 2025
Where: Sheraton Fiji Resort
Time: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Conference Networking Dinner: Sail Restaurant Fiji
WARNING: Limited availability. Please register online or contact us via email, should you have any further queries.