Teaching Prevention is more than a conference — it’s a community.

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Teaching Prevention 2026: Learning and Leading in a Changing World
April 19–21, 2026 · Savannah, Georgia

The Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) invites you to join Teaching Prevention 2026, the 83rd annual meeting bringing together educators, researchers, students, and community partners committed to advancing prevention and population health.

This year’s theme--Learning and Leading in a Changing World—recognizes the challenges and opportunities of educating health professionals in an era of rapid social, political, and technological change. The conference will spotlight teaching strategies, research, and collaborative approaches that prepare  next generation of health professionals to advance prevention and population health.

At Teaching Prevention 2026, you will:

• Connect with colleagues across disciplines and professions
• Explore new strategies for teaching and research in prevention and population health
• Engage with sessions designed to foster skills, creativity, and resilience
• Support and celebrate the next generation of health professionals

​​Conference Goals

​Teaching Prevention 2026 aims to:

• Showcase effective teaching approaches in prevention and population health.
• Highlight research and scholarship that advance education and practice.
• Analyze evidence-based practices and approaches to strengthen impact.
• Promote strategies for curriculum innovation and faculty development.
• Strengthen interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration across educators, researchers, practitioners, learners, and communities.
• Foster student and trainee engagement in shaping the future of public health.

Whether you are a faculty member, practitioner, student, trainee, or community partner, Teaching Prevention 2026 offers an inclusive, collaborative environment ​designed for meaningful networking and relationship-building. This unique event brings together educators, researchers, and professionals from across institutions, professions, and disciplines to promote collaboration, spark new ideas, and drive excellence in teaching, research, and evaluation.

Who Attends

• Educators and Researchers
• Health professionals and community partners
• Students, residents, and trainees
• Individuals committed to improving population health education, research, and practice