Programme

The conference includes:

Plenary Lectures - key presentations by international and regional experts setting the general direction and scientific framework of the conference
Invited Lectures - thematic sessions with summary overviews of the situation and new scientific findings from the region (three thematic units: development of prevention science, recent scientific research projects, policy and systemic frameworks for effective prevention)
Panels - Interactive discussions focused on defining common regional priorities and practical steps for future collaboration.
Poster Presentations - digital poster sessions organized by thematic areas.

Angelina Brotherhood, PhD, Addiction Competence Centre, Austria: "Saying NO to poor prevention practices: using scientific evidence to improve outcomes in the region"
Ana Kozina, PhD, Educational Research Institute, Slovenia: "How to Support Relationships in Schools? The Role of Social-Emotional Competencies and Diversity Awareness"
Prof. J. Douglas Coatsworth, PhD, College of Social Work, Univ. of Tennessee, USA: "More Than the Program: How Strong Implementation and Good Fit Drive Impact"