Upcoming & Past Events
Texas VIPR Webinar Series
We are excited to present the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research Center Webinar Series. This monthly series will explore current research, education, and advocacy as it relates to violence and injury prevention across the lifespan and in larger social and institutional structures. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 12 - 1 PM.
The impact of Texas' Electronic Sexual Assault Evidence Kit (SAK) Tracking Reform
Tuesday July 15, 12 - 1 PM
Join Dr. Hannah Rochford for a discussion about the impact of Texas' electronic SAK reform provisions on (1) emergency department care for sexual assault, and (2) sexual assault reporting to law enforcement was estimated using quasi-experimental approaches. Findings suggest this policy change may be particularly beneficial for survivors in counties that lack sexual assault forensic exam-ready (SAFE-ready) facilities.
Hannah Rochford, PhD, MPH is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University School of Public Health. Dr. Rochford's research aims to identify policy opportunities to prevent and/or respond effectively to different types of violent harm, including intimate partner and sexual violence, child maltreatment, lethal violence, and firearm-related harm. She employs quasi-experimental designs, legal epidemiology, and mixed methods approaches to understand the nature and impact of policy changes across sub-groups.
For more information about VIPR, please visit www.texasvipr.com or sign up for our ListServ
Qualitative Research Workshop
We’re excited to invite you to an upcoming workshop, "Person-Centered Qualitative Approaches: Interview and Analysis Skills for Community-Based Research," led by Dr. Leila Wood, Professor at UTHealth Houston and Director of Research at VIPR on Monday, June 23, 2025. This workshop is limited to 24 participants, so make sure to register below to secure your spot.
Workshop Details:
Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: UTH School of Public Health, Houston Campus
(Room number will be confirmed after registration.)
Register online: https://go.uth.edu/Workshop623
Texas VIPR Webinar Series
We are excited to present the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research Center Webinar Series. This monthly series will explore current research, education, and advocacy as it relates to violence and injury prevention across the lifespan and in larger social and institutional structures. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 12 - 1PM.
Suicide Prevention from the Hospital to the Community
Tuesday June 17, 12 - 1 PM
Join Diane Kaulen, MS, CCLS and Angie Cummings, DrPH for an insightful discussion on their journey from hospital-based efforts to the formation of the Houston Area Suicide Prevention Coalition. We will discuss our process, stakeholder engagement, and using data to make informed decisions.
Diane Kaulen, MS, CCLS is the Senior Community Initiatives Coordinator in the Department of Public Health Pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital, and Angie Cummings, DrPH is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Public Health and Child Abuse Pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital/ Baylor College of Medicine.
For more information about VIPR, please visit www.texasvipr.com or sign up for our ListServ
Texas VIPR Webinar Series
We are excited to present the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research Center Webinar Series. This monthly series will explore current research, education, and advocacy as it relates to violence and injury prevention across the lifespan and in larger social and institutional structures. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 12 - 1PM.
Reimagining Sexual Assault Prevention in the Air Force: The Development and Pilot of Code of Respect (X-CoRe)
Tuesday May 20, 12 - 1 PM
Join Dr. Belinda Hernandez for an insightful discussion on the development and pilot of a promising intervention, The Code of Respect (X-CoRe). X-CoRe is an innovative, web-based, multilevel sexual assault and sexual harassment prevention intervention for active-duty airmen.
Belinda Hernandez, PhD, MPH is an Assistant Professor at UTHealth Science Center Houston, School of Public Health, San Antonio Regional Campus. Dr. Hernandez’s primary research interests focus on the dissemination and implementation of effective sexual health education programs, violence prevention, and mental health interventions, particularly within school settings and military populations.
For more information about VIPR, please visit www.texasvipr.com or sign up for our ListServ
Micro-Longitudinal Designs with Violence Survivors
Join us on Thursday, May 15th as VIPR hosts a virtual training on micro-longitudinal designs with violence survivors from Dr. Tami Sullivan (Yale University). Dr. Sullivan uses micro-longitudinal and daily assessment designs to test interventions and understand health and safety needs of IPV survivors. This training will be an introduction to micro-longitudinal methods with a focus on populations experiencing violence and trauma.
Please email Leila Wood at leila.g.wood@uth.tmc.edu if you have any questions.
Spots are limited, RSVP by April 1.
Training is 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Texas VIPR Webinar Series
We are excited to present the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research Center Webinar Series. This monthly series will explore current research, education, and advocacy as it relates to violence and injury prevention across the lifespan and in larger social and institutional structures. Join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 12 - 1PM, starting April 15.
Addressing Survivor Health Through Digital Hotline
Join Dr. Leila Wood for an insightful discussion on the impact of digital hotlines for survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. This mixed-methods study explores how chat and text hotlines support survivor health and well-being.
Leila Wood, PhD is a Professor at UTHealth, VIPR Director of Research, and Center for Violence Prevention Director of Evaluation. Dr. Wood's work focuses on violence prevention and intervention across the lifespan.
Spring Meeting & Advocacy Day
We hope you can join Safe States and the Injury and Violence Prevention Network (IVPN) for our annual Spring in-person meeting in Washington, D.C. on March 19th and our Advocacy Day on March 20th. Registration closes March 7, 2025.
RSVP
Texas Violence & Injury Prevention Showcase
Join us for a day filled with research presentations and discussions on preventing violence and injuries in Texas. This in-person event will bring together experts and professionals in the field to share their latest findings and strategies.