International Networking Forum (INF)Prevention Science in a Changing World: Challenges, Solidarity and Collective Action
BRAPEP is pleased to announce the International Networking Forum (INF) meeting into the
activities of the 5th Conference.
International Networking Forum (INF)
Prevention Science in a Changing World: Challenges, Solidarity and Collective Action
The International Networking Forum (INF) brings together prevention researchers, practitioners, policymakers, students, and leaders of professional societies from different regions of the world to exchange experiences, identify shared challenges, strengthen international connections, and explore opportunities for collaboration
Building on the longstanding partnerships among BRAPEP, SPR, EUSPR, APSPR and other international organizations, this year's discussion will focus on resilience within the prevention science community in the face of current global challenges.
The agenda for the BRAPEP INF 2026 is as follows:
14:30 – 14:40 - Welcome and Introductions
Welcome from BRAPEP.
Who is in the Room?
Participants will be invited to introduce themselves in the chat:
• Name
• Country
• Organization
• One topic of interest for collaboration
14:40 – 15:05 - Perspectives from Prevention Societies
Representatives from participating societies will briefly reflect on:
What is one major challenge and one major opportunity for prevention science and practice
in your region?
• BRAPEP
• SPR
• EUSPR
• APSPR
(approximately 4 minutes each)
15:05 – 15:45 Group Reflection:
Participants will be invited to contribute verbally and through a live interactive platform
(Mentimeter), allowing all participants to share perspectives regardless of group size.
Guiding Questions
1. Where do we see the greatest risks to prevention systems?
2. What emerging opportunities should prevention science embrace
3. How can international societies better support one another?
15:45 – 16:25
Breakout Discussions
Each group will identify:
• Key challenges
• Opportunities for action
• Potential collaborative initiatives
Group 1 - Strengthening Prevention Science and Workforce Development
How can we strengthen training, competencies, leadership development, and long-term
capacity building in prevention science?
Group 2 - Community Resilience and Emerging Global Challenges
How can prevention contribute to resilience in the context of climate change, mental health
challenges, social inequalities, conflict, and other emerging global issues?
Group 3 - International Collaboration and Collective Action
How can prevention societies better support one another and create meaningful
opportunities for collaboration, networking, mentoring, and joint initiatives?
- What small, feasible initiatives could we implement together in the short term, using
existing resources?
16:25 – 16:50 - Reporting Back and Agenda Setting
Each breakout group reports key messages.
* Each group should identify at least one concrete, feasible action that could be taken
forward through international collaboration.
Together, participants will identify:
• Priority challenges for prevention science and practice
• Opportunities for action innovation and international collaboration
16:50 – 17:00 - Moving Forward
Discussion of possible next steps, collaborative initiatives, and opportunities for continued
engagement across societies and regions.
The forum aims to:
• Strengthen connections among prevention researchers, practitioners, students, and
professional societies across regions.
• Identify shared challenges affecting prevention systems and community resilience in
different contexts.
• Highlight emerging opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and knowledge
exchange.
• Generate ideas for future international activities, partnerships, and collaborative
initiatives.
• Inform a brief summary of key messages and priorities emerging from the discussion.
The meeting will be held in English, free of charge, online, and open to anyone who
registers in advance. Automatic multilingual captioning and translation through Zoom will
be available to facilitate participation from colleagues across different regions and language
backgrounds.
REGISTER NOW – PARTICIPATION IS FREE!
Registration deadline: November 9, 2026
To participate in the International Networking Forum (INF), please register using the link
below:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with your personal Zoom access link.
Date: Tuesday, November 10th, 2026
Time: 14:30 to 17:00 São Paulo Time (UTC -3)
As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaboration and advance Prevention Science across regions, disciplines, and institutions, we have created an INF Networking Padlet. This shared space serves as an i interactive networking space where researchers, practitioners, students, and policymakers can introduce themselves, share their work, identify common interests, and explore opportunities for collaboration. We warmly encourage participants to contribute before the meeting by responding to the prompts provided.
Feel free to include links, publications, images, project descriptions, or other materials that may help colleagues learn more about your work and areas of interest.
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