5 Conferences for Law Enforcement Professionals in 2020
- National Sheriff’s Association Annual Conference
- National Cyber Crime Conference
- SMILE Conference
- International Police K-9 Conference & Vendor Show
- International Association of Women Police Conference
Working in law enforcement is stressful, emotionally and physically taxing, and often dangerous. It carries has moments of incredible reward. In between those moments, professional conferences provide opportunities for community and entertainment, with the added bonus of career development. Here are five conferences for law enforcement planned in 2020.
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1. National Sheriff’s Association Annual Conference
Whether you’re the town sheriff or employed anywhere else within law enforcement, the National Sheriff’s Association Annual Conference has something to offer. The event is packed full of informative and inspiring seminars led by a variety of the field’s leaders on a wide range of relevant topics. Attendees will also enjoy a products-and-services exhibition and many networking opportunities. The 2020 event will take place from June 22nd to 25th in Tampa, Florida.
2. National Cyber Crime Conference
The rise in cyber activity has brought with it a rise in cybercrime. This is one. Of the most relevant issues facing law enforcement professionals today. One way to get ahead of this epidemic is by attending the National Cyber Crime Conference. From cyberbullying to digital identity theft, this conference offers presentations and workshops to learn how to tackle the toughest issues from all angles. The date and location of the 2020 event are still being decided, so check out highlights from the 2019 event to start getting excited.
3. SMILE Conference
While social media is one of the tools of cybercrime artists, it can also be used by law enforcement as a tool for safety and solving crime. The SMILE Conference stands for Social Media the Internet and Law Enforcement, and it serves to bring law enforcement together to learn how best to utilize social media in the field. The 2020 event will take place from June 15th to 19th in Scottsdale, Arizona. Attendees will enjoy both lectures and hands-on breakout sessions, as well as enjoyable networking events.
4. International Police K-9 Conference & Vendor Show
Some of our world’s leading law enforcement officers are also some of our most forgotten. The International Police K-9 Conference & Vendor Show is dedicated to these hardworking, loyal, and furry little officers. Attendees will enjoy learning the latest developments in training and working with these heroic members of the field. The Vender Show highlights the most cutting edge K-9 services and products. The 2020 event is set to take place March 3rd to 5th in Las Vegas, Nevada.
5. International Association of Women Police Conference
Recent decades have brought many new opportunities for women to service within law enforcement and be taken just as seriously as men. There is still a long way to go toward full equality, and attending the International Association of Women Police (IAWP) Conference is an excellent way to show support and learn about the unique strengths that women Police brain to the field. The 2020 event is still in the planning stages, so visit the 2019 event site to see what you can expect.
There are few opportunities in life to combine work and pleasure. Attending professional conferences for law enforcement is one of them. These five conferences are each geared toward a unique aspect of the field, and they all offer education, hands-on development, and enjoyable networking opportunities for anyone dedicating their lives to law enforcement.