September 24-26

Chicago, IL

National Gun Violence Prevention Expo

About Expo

The National Gun Violence Prevention Expo convenes resource providers, civic partners, public officials, and community organizations for whom violence prevention is a central priority. The Expo’s primary purpose is to create national network of support.

The 2026 program spans four consecutive days — an Opening Gala, two days of panels and exhibitions paired with a youth track, a film portion, the RAGV host cities Dance-Off, and a closing brunch.

6 Events

9 Panels

50 Speakers

This Year’s Theme

Prosperity through Collaboration

Supporting the practitioners of this work through capital, time, mentorship, and trust.
Adopting new tools and practices with rigor, ethical care, and intention.
Identifying untapped funding, partnerships, and pathways for the field.
Establishing common ground across political, geographic, and sector lines.

Program at a Glance

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Day One - Thursday, September 24

Kick-Off & Welcome Party

As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.

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Day Two – Friday, September 25

Panels, Marketplace & Expo

Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.

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Day Three - Saturday, September 26th

Panels, Films & Dance-Off

We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.

Speakers