The Council of Past Presidents of SAVIR was formed in the fall of 2022 with the intent of drawing on the expertise of former leaders in helping the organization appreciate and learn from its history and by bringing perspectives of former leaders as SAVIR considers new directions and addresses new challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Annually nominate and select SAVIR Presidential Awardee to recognize distinguished achievements in advancing violence and injury research and prevention in the United States and around the world.
- Respond to requests from the Executive Committee for insights on new ideas, directions and challenges as the organization moves forward
In addition, the Council will assist the leadership of SAVIR in assuring that records of SAVIR’s history and key developments are maintained.
Council Chair:
Shannon Frattaroli, PhD
President of SAVIR, 2017-2018
The chair of the Council is chosen by Council members and approved by the SAVIR President.
Past Presidents of SAVIR
- Ashley Brooks-Russell, PhD, MPH (2024-2025)
- Laura Schwab-Reese, MA, PhD (2023-2024)
- Henry Xiang, MD, MPH, PhD, MBA (2022-2023)
- Bernadette Hohl (2021-2022)
- Theresa Cruz (2020-2021)
- Linda Degutis (2019-20)
- Carol Runyan (2018-19)
- Shannon Frattaroli (2017-18)
- Cari Casteel (2016-17)
- Doug Wiebe (2015-16)
- Deb Houry (2014)
- Frederick Rivara, MD, MPH (2013-14)
- Richard Sattin, MD (2012-13)
- Andrea Gielen, ScD, ScM (2011-12)
- Michael J. Mello, MD, MPH, FACEP (2010-11)
- Corinne Peek-Asa, PhD (2009-10)
- Charles Branas, PhD (2008-09)
- Hank Weiss, PhD (2007-08)
- Steve Hargarten, MD (2005-07)