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For when they need you.
The New England Crisis Negotiators Association is dedicated to providing robust training opportunities for all who assist in defusing crisis situations.
Through our collective knowledge and experience, we can become more effective negotiators. It is our belief that every life is valued and our resolve and support for each other are equally important.
NECNA serves the professional development needs of those working in law enforcement, corrections, and mental health across the six New England states.
With the support of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, NECNA provides our members with regional training on topics including negotiation basics and scenario training (e.g. suicide prevention, active shooter, hostage, etc.), and organizes an annual conference that provides the opportunity to hear from experts in the field, network, and participate in live scenarios.
NECNA is a member of the National Council of Negotiation Associations (NCNA). Learn more about NCNA.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Save the date -Summer Scenarios:
Connecticut: Monday, August 17, 2026 (0800-16:00) - Southington, CT area
Maine: Thursday, August 6, 2026 (0800-1600) - Waterville, ME area
Massachusetts: TBA
New Hampshire: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (08:00-16:00) - Manchester, NH area (location and specifics will be emailed to registered participants before the training date)
Rhode Island: TBA
Vermont: TBA
Registration links for summer scenarios were emailed to all members. Links can also be found in the “Members” area under “Training Sessions.”
Regional Trainings: Regional trainings are being planned for early November 2026. Additional details will be posted when confirmed.
Winter 2027: Two virtual sessions by SSA Issac Nichols (FBI) on AI and AI usage for Crisis Negotiators.
Both February 2026 training sessions were postponed due to unforeseen work obligations for our presenter. New dates are being planned for early 2027.
Registration links will be available in the Members area when dates are confirmed.
As a reminder, these training opportunities are FREE for NECNA members (2026 conference attendance included a free one-year membership). Non-members are invited to register as members for $40, which will provide access to membership benefits and all trainings through May 1, 2027.
FBI 40-Hour Schools
FBI Boston:
October 5-9, 2026: Somerville Police Department (MA) - Registration opens August 3rd.
January 11-15, 2027: Essex County Sheriff’s Department (Middleton, MA) - Registration will open in late-October
To register for an FBI Boston 40-hr course, please email Tina Norton (tmnorton@fbi.gov) or Tiffany Galas (tbgalas@fbi.gov) after registration opens. Registrations must be submitted by Department heads; no self-submissions.
FBI New Haven (CT):
October 26-30, 2026: Connecticut State Police Academy, Meriden, CT (registration open)
Register for CT 40-hour schools through your agency's Training Officer/Coordinator using the ACADIS system on the CT POST website. Additional details can be found at In-Service Training Courses.
Save the Date:
26th Annual NECNA Conference - April 26 - 28, 2027 @ Margaritaville Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA
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Benefits of membership
NECNA Membership gives you an edge when you need it most, and for just $40/year (May 1 - April 30) comes with a number of additional benefits, including:
Hands-on, scenario based training
Networking opportunities with other crisis negotiators
Mentorship opportunities with leaders in the field
Access to our Membership Directory so you can connect with fellow negotiators
Access to a library of members-only resources
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