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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
Regional Trainings: 4-hour regional training, “Lessons from a Complex Hostage Negotiation,” featuring retired officers Korach and Robertson and offered at four locations across Maine, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Registration is free for current NECNA members
Monday Nov 9, 2026 0900-1300 Sanford, ME
Tuesday Nov 10, 2026 0900-1300 Quincy, MA
Thursday Nov 12, 2026 0900-1300 North Dartmouth, MA
Friday Nov 13, 2026 0900-1300 Meriden, CT
Registration links have been emailed to members.
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.
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.
Upcoming Conferences (Save the Date!):
26th Annual NECNA Conference - April 26 - 28, 2027 @ Margaritaville Cape Cod Resort in Hyannis, MA
27th Annual NECNA Conference - May 21 - 24, 2028 @ Margaritaville Cape Cod Resort in Hyannis, MA
28th Annual NECNA Conference - May 20 - 23, 2029 @ Margaritaville Cape Cod Resort 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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