CDC National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) Reverse Site Visit

The 2026 NVDRS Reverse Site Visit will take place May 12–15, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. This annual convening brings together NVDRS recipients, partners, and key stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, share knowledge, and support the continued implementation and advancement of the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) across the United States. 

The meeting will include an overview of the NVDRS data collection system, presentations from state Violent Death Reporting System (VDRS) teams, and discussions on working effectively with data providers. Participants will also share success stories, explore best practices, and discuss innovative approaches to strengthening injury and violence prevention efforts. 

This collaborative meeting provides NVDRS recipients with an opportunity to exchange insights, receive updated training, and discuss strategies that support the effective implementation, maintenance, and growth of NVDRS programs across participating states. 

Registration 
There is no registration fee to attend the NVDRS Reverse Site Visit; however, registration is required. 

Register for the NVDRS Reverse Site Visit:
https://show.jspargo.com/aphanvdrs26/reg/ 

Meeting Location
The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North 
7 Concourse Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30328

Meeting Dates
Monday, May 12 - Friday, May 15. 

The AVERT Training will take place on May 14–15, 2026. 

The Principal Investigator and/or the Project Manager (or designee) are expected to attend the Reverse Site Visit. Staff responsible for abstracting and entering data are strongly encouraged to participate. 

Attendance at the Reverse Site Visit supports collaboration among states, strengthens data quality efforts, and enhances the ability of NVDRS programs to translate surveillance data into prevention action. Business casual attire is suggested. 

Hotel 
The 2026 NVDRS Reverse Site Visit will take place at: 
The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
7 Concourse Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30328 

Group Rate: $169.00 per night 

Reservation Deadline:
Monday, April 20, 2026 

Rooms are available at the group rate until the reservation deadline or until the room block is filled. Participants are encouraged to reserve their rooms using the official meeting room block. 

Reserve your hotel room here:
https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1773166791762&key=GRP&app=resvlink 

Transportation 
The hotel is accessible from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Participants may use: 

• Rideshare services (Uber or Lyft)
• Taxi services
• MARTA public transportation

Additional transportation information will be shared closer to the meeting date. 

Parking 
Discounted self-parking is available for meeting participants at $11 per day. 

Agenda 
The meeting agenda will be posted soon. The program will include: 

• NVDRS system updates
• State VDRS presentations
• Data quality and surveillance discussions
• Best practices for working with data providers
• State success stories and innovations
• Opportunities for collaboration across NVDRS programs

Questions 
Additional meeting details will be shared as they become available. For questions, please email [email protected].