2027 NSA WINTER CONFERENCE SEMINARS
National Sheriffs’ Association | February 8-12, 2027 | Washington, D.C.
The NSA Winter Conference brings together sheriffs, law enforcement leaders, and public safety professionals from across the country to learn, connect, and share ideas. As a speaker, you’ll have the opportunity to share your expertise, provide practical solutions, and contribute to meaningful conversations around the issues facing the profession today.
If you’re interested in presenting at the 2027 NSA Winter Conference, review the information below before submitting your proposal.
CHECKLIST | EDUCATION FORMAT & PRIORITIES | APPLY | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SPEAKER CHECKLIST
Speaker Information
- Name
- Title
- Organization
- Phone number
Session Information
- Title
- Description
- Learning Objectives
- Proposed Session Format
Files
- Speaker biography
- Speaker headshot
- Signed speaker agreement
SEMINAR SUBMISSION PORTAL IS OPEN
EDUCATION FORMAT & PRIORITIES
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
As part of our redesigned conference experience, we’re looking for focused, practical, highly engaging educational content. We encourage proposals that give attendees actionable takeaways they can apply within their agencies while creating opportunities for discussion, interaction, and shared learning.
We are particularly interested in:
Micro Sessions (30-45 minutes)
Focused presentations that explore a specific topic, challenge or emerging issue.
Educational Sessions (60-90 minutes)
In-depth learning experiences that provide practical tools, best practices, and subject matter expertise.
Panel Discussions (90 minutes)
Moderated discussions featuring multiple experts who can offer different perspectives on timely and relevant issues.
Roundtable Discussions (45-60 minutes)
Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations designed to encourage idea sharing, discussion, and collaboration.
A MORE CURATED EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
As we transition to a new venue and weekday conference schedule, we are also moving toward a more curated education model. While there will be fewer sessions than in previous years, the focus will be on high-quality, impactful content that supports attendee learning, engagement and professional development.
This approach will allow us to better balance educational programming with networking, committee work, association business and opportunities to engage with exhibitors.
PRIORITY TOPIC AREAS
The National Sheriffs’ Association seeks educational proposals that provide relevant and useful information for sheriffs, chief deputies, command staff, jail administrators and other public safety leaders.
Priority topic areas include:
- Leadership & Organizational Excellence
- Workforce Development & Officer Wellness
- Public Safety Policy, Legal & Legislative Issues
- Jail Operations & Corrections Leadership
- Emerging Technology & Innovation
- Community Safety & Collaborative Partnerships
- Emerging Issues & the Future of Sheriffs’ Offices
For questions or clarification about seminar submissions, please contact Kamerin Collins at kcollins@sheriffs.org.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WINTER CONFERENCE SEMINAR FAQS
Q: What is the deadline to complete a submission?
A: The deadline to submit for the NSA Winter Conference will be October 1, 2026.
Q: Do I have to submit my proposal online?
A: Yes, online submission of proposals is required.
Q: Do I have to have an email address to submit online?
A: Yes, confirmation and notification will be done via email.
Q: How will I know if my proposal was submitted successfully?
A: A confirmation screen will appear once you have submitted your proposal.
Q: What information is required?
A: The online proposal must be completed with the following information:
- Nomination Person
- Point of Contact
- Title of Presentation
- Presentation Description
- Presenters*
*Presenter Information Required: Name, Title, Agency/Organization, City, State, Cell Phone, Email - Files: Speaker biography, speaker headshot, and signed speaker agreement.
Q: What topic should I submit for consideration?
A: We are looking for contemporary and innovative educational seminars on law enforcement issues that attendees will find relevant to their job and agency. Seminars should not be a sales pitch/commercial for an organization or service.
Q: What are the criteria for acceptance of proposals?
A: All submissions will be reviewed by a committee. All submitters are notified of the results via email.
Q: When will I know if my presentation has been accepted?
A: For the NSA Winter Conference, the submitter will receive a notification email decision no later than November 2, 2026. Submitters will be expected to acknowledge receipt to accept and review content for the conference program.
Q: If my proposal is accepted, will I receive any compensation for presenting at an NSA conference?
A: No, NSA does not pay travel expenses or honorariums.
Q: If my proposal is accepted, will I receive complimentary registration at NSA’s conference?
A: Yes. If selected, you will receive full registration for the NSA Winter conference..
Q: How are seminar rooms set up? What audio-visual equipment will be available for my presentation?
A: All seminar rooms will be set in classroom style seating. A head table for three and standing lectern will be standard in each room for presenters, along with an LCD projector and screen.
A laptop will be provided by NSA. An audio-visual technician will be available to assist you and to answer any technical questions.
Additional audio-visual requests will be considered at the discretion of the Director of Meetings and the availability of such resources. Costs of additional audio-visual requests may be passed on to the presenter (i.e. internet).
Q: What format should my presentation be in? Should I include handouts?
A: Most seminar presenters have a PowerPoint presentation and may provide additional handouts (copied and shipped to the conference site at their expense). In order for attendees to obtain POST credit in their state, NSA requires the following documentation for each seminar, approximately one month prior to the conference and it will be placed online for attendees to access after the conference:
1) Short bio/resume of the instructor(s)
2) Goal or learning objective of the seminar
3) Outline of training materials
4) PowerPoint of training materials (a PDF version will suffice)
Q: Where should I go once I arrive on-site at the conference?
A: Please visit the conference registration desk to check in and obtain your conference credentials.
Q: What is expected of me as a presenter?
A: Conference attendees invest a considerable amount of time and expense to attend the conference. It is expected that presenters:
- Will prepare for their seminar prior to arrival.
- Will have a significant knowledge and expertise of the subject area and have sufficient presentation skills to effectively communicate.
- Will not engage in excessive commercial presentations of their organization or service.
- Will be conscious of the time limitation of their seminar.
- Will not read directly from PowerPoints or written statements.
