Conferences

Counter-Terrorism Training and Resources for Law Enforcement

This section offers links to workshops, conferences, symposia, and other events where law enforcement officers, first responders, and others can meet to exchange ideas and information. The events listed below feature advances in technology and best practices that are critical to strengthening the fight against terrorism.

2004 Conferences

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2005 Conferences

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January 2004

Homeland Security From the Citizens' Perspective
October 2003 in St. Louis, Missouri; November 2003 in Rochester, New York; December 2003 in Miami, Florida; January 2004 in San Diego, California and Houston, Texas; and February 2004 in Lexington, Kentucky and Seattle, Washington
The Council for Excellence in Government is sponsoring this initiative to connect citizens; first responders; volunteer and civic organizations; businesses; federal, state, and local government officials; and academic representatives to focus on citizens' concerns and recommendations about U.S. homeland security. The initiative includes townhall meetings at several locations nationwide, working groups, and public opinion surveys. For more information, please contact Roslyn Docktor at 202-728-0418 or rdocktor@excelgov.org.

Third Annual Government Convention on Emerging Technologies: Partnerships for Homeland Security
January 7–9, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This convention will serve as a forum for members of federal, state, and local governments and representatives of the private sector to collaborate on and experiment with information technology solutions that address homeland security needs. It will focus on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Terrorist Threat Integration Center, a new presidential counter-terrorism initiative. The event will also feature TERROREX 04, an interactive, live-threat simulation exercise that will showcase tools from the crisis management test bed.

Emergency Response: Integrating the Response
January 7–9, 2004 in Long Beach, California
Emergency Response will focus on how land, air, and marine emergency organizations can better integrate their responses to major incidents and manage new missions imposed by increased homeland security concerns. Topics include imaging aids for first responders; prioritizing, treating, and transporting mass casualty victims; and responding to the use of biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive devices. Online registration is available.

Transportation Research Board's (TRB) 83rd Annual Meeting
January 11, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This year's TRB annual meeting addresses all transportation modes and offers sessions of interest to policymakers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives from government, industry, and academic institutions. It spotlights three themes: Renewing the Transportation Infrastructure, Security: Measures That Can Make a Real Difference, and Funding: Reauthorization and Beyond. Registration is available online.

Seminar on Terrorism and Explosives (SEMTEX)
January 13–15, 2004 in Wichita, Kansas
The Regional Community Policing Training Institute at Wichita State University is hosting this event to train transportation industry personnel, security officials, and law enforcement officers in trends in terrorists' use of explosives, explosives detection and countermeasures, and crisis management and bomb threat response. Registration information is available online.

Third Annual Florida CERT Conference (PDF)
January 15–18, 2004 in Weeki Wachee, Florida
Hosted by Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco Counties, this conference provides a forum for emergency responders on categories such as crime scene preservation, the psychological effects of bioterrorsim, and the effects of a dirty bomb in a metropolitan area. A registration form is available online.

Network Centric Warfare 2004
January 20–22, 2004 in Crystal City, Virginia
Sponsored by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement, this 3-day conference will focus on the conceptual framework, experimentation, technology, and war-fighter perspectives and lessons learned from recent operations. NCW 2004 will bring together leading military strategists to discuss their perspectives on how best to incorporate and exploit the advantages gained from network-centric operations.

ASLET's 17th Annual International Training Conference & Law Enforcement Exposition
January 20–24, 2004 in St. Louis, Missouri
Conducted by the American Society for Law Enforcement Training, this conference includes tracks on firearms, instructional development, management supervision, survival learning research, specialized tactical response, and use of force. Check the conference web site for updates and registration information.

Weapons of Mass Destruction Conference 2004: Managing Global Threats Through Preparation, Vigilance, Communication, and Response
January 22–28, 2004 in Tampa, Florida
This conference addresses both crisis and consequence management (i.e., hazard planning and decisionmaking skills) at the local, state, and federal levels during incidents involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD). The event will provide education and training for emergency first responders, healthcare providers, and all who manage incidents involving WMD.

Reporting on Terrorism: the News Media and Public Health
January 30 and 31, 2004 in New York, New York
This seminar is designed to help top news executives think through and prepare for the consequences of a bioterrorism event. Seminar participants will hear dialogue based on a "what if" case study and participate in a number of panels and discussions with public health clinicians and practitioners, law enforcement officials, and journalists. A registration form is available online in PDF format.

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February 2004

Secure on the Net
February 3–5, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference addresses what government can, should, and will do to protect the integrity of the Internet and the assets connected to it. It will also explore ongoing efforts to establish a national methodology for cybersecurity and the roles that institutions and private citizens will play in meeting security needs. To register or to obtain more information about this event, visit the conference web site or call 818–888–4444.

West 2004
February 3–5, 2004 in San Diego, California
Sponsored by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association and the U.S. Naval Institute, the Western Conference and Exposition (West 2004) is the largest forum on the West Coast for communications, electronics, intelligence, information systems, military weapon systems, imaging, and aviation. A schedule and registration are available online.

25th Annual International Disaster Management Conference
February 5–8, 2004 in Orlando, Florida
Hosted by the Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation and directed at personnel and agencies involved with emergency preparedness, response, and disaster recovery, this conference provides training on topics such as hospital emergency management, preparing for the needs of first responders and their families, medical response during disasters, mass decontamination, toxicology of structural collapse, radiation exposure, SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome), and public health and law enforcement relations.

Dentistry's Response to Bioterrorism
February 8, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
As part of the Nevada Dental Association's Third Annual Mid-Winter Meeting, this seminar is being offered in lieu of the Nevada state legislature's mandate that requires dentists to complete four continuing education units on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction. Online registration is available.

The 5th Annual Aviation Security Summit & Expo
February 9–11, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This conference will discuss how rapidly changing security measures and equipment have dramatically affected airports nationwide. Workshop topics include improving cargo security, developing perimeter security plans, evaluating the effectiveness of airport security efforts, and integrating biometrics into all airport security systems. Online registration is available.

National Threat Symposium
February 10–11, 2004 in North Las Vegas, Nevada
This conference offers 2 days of training, briefings, and networking opportunities that focus on operations security, intelligence threats to U.S. national security, and techniques for developing security awareness programs. Registration is available online.

Sixth National Harbor Safety Committee Conference: Port Safety, Security and Operations
February 22–25, 2004 in Port Everglades, Florida
Hosted by the U.S. Coast Guard and the Port Everglades Pilots Association, this conference focuses on a wide range of port security issues, including new technologies, industry initiatives, legislation, and harbor infrastructure. Agenda information (in PDF format) and registration are available online.

Winter 2004 Biometrics Summit
February 23–25, 2004 in Miami, Florida
This conference is designed to enhance and examine the practical applications of biometrics, the design of biometric systems, and the development of biometric security technologies. Topics to be discussed include understanding biometric technology and applications, evaluation of facial recognition techniques and software, implementing identity verification, and using biometrics in transportation security. Online registration is available.

Technical Support Working Group Meeting: Advanced Planning Briefing to Industry
February 24, 2004 in Arlington, Virginia
Technology requirements will be offered on topics such as explosives detection, personnel and infrastructure protection, and physical security during two identical sessions. Registration information and an agenda are available online.

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March 2004

Sixth Annual International Symposium on Advanced Radio Technologies (ISART)
March 2–4, 2004 in Boulder, Colorado
ISART will explore the current state of radio art and identify directions in which technology may evolve. Geolocation technology will be the focus of this year's technical program. Also, SAFECOM will present a tutorial (PDF) and moderate a panel of speakers who will outline a proposed architecture for public safety communications and identify gaps in technology and systems development. Registration is available online.

EMS Today: Conference & Exposition
March 2–6, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah
Intended for paramedics, EMTs (emergency medical technicians), emergency responders, researchers, and rescue personnel, EMS Today provides professionals in the field with hands-on training and education on emergency response. Topics to be discussed include mass casualty incident management, anti-terrorism strategies for EMT personnel, medical response to chemical weapons, and blast and burn injuries resulting from weapons of mass destruction. Online registration is available.

43rd Emergency Management Training Conference
March 7–10, 2004 in Waco, Texas
This conference provides emergency management professionals, students, elected officials, and first responders with an opportunity to strengthen relationships and increase response times to incidents of terrorism. Discussion topics include disaster recovery, development of a community emergency response team, volunteer management, understanding and combating terrorism, radio technology for emergency operations, animal emergency rescue, and information security.

Bio-Terrorism Countermeasures: Requirements & Funding
March 9–10, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference provides detailed information about the distribution of fiscal year 2005 homeland security funds designated for bioterrorism programs. Specific topics of discussion include Project BioShield and developments in biodetection sensors and programs on biodefense. Online registration is available.

First International Anti-Terror Conference: Dimensions of International Terrorism Now Confronting America
March 9–11, 2004 in Lakewood, Colorado
Serving as an international forum for information sharing, this conference addresses topics such as the psychology of terrorism, U.S. vulnerabilities and interdepartmental cooperation, cyberterrorism, bioterrorism threats and responses, bioweapons technology and detection equipment, maritime security, coping with terrorism, and U.S. domestic terrorism. Registration is available online.

2004 NEHA Terrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness Conference and Exhibition
May 9–12, 2004 in Anchorage, Alaska
Sponsored by the National Environmental Health Association, this conference and exhibition will present more than 150 sessions on all-hazards preparedness and prevention. Specific topics to be addressed include protecting the food supply from bioterrorism and improving public health capacities. Online registration is available.

National Intelligence Symposium 2004: The Role of Science and Technology in the Transformation of Intelligence
March 10-11, 2004 in McLean, Virginia
This symposium will examine the role of science and technology in the transformation of intelligence. Presentations will cover many topics, such as attribution (the process of verifying specific events or actions of persons or organizations) and its supporting infrastructure, science and technology-based intelligence strategies and warning systems, and issues that affect planning and implementation of response to global events. A registration form suitable for faxing or mailing is available online.

FIBA's Fourth Annual Anti-Money Laundering and USA Patriot Act Compliance Conference
March 11–12, 2004 in Miami, Florida
The Florida International Bankers Association brings together experts in money laundering detection and prevention to address current critical issues in the field, including new regulations and compliance under the USA PATRIOT Act, case studies, best practices, and global supervision of non-U.S. banks. Interested parties can register online.

Principles of Protective Services and Detail Operations
March 14–16, 2004; July 18–20, 2004; and November 7–9, 2004 in Clearwater, Florida
This program provides students with a balanced curriculum of both classroom training and hands-on experience to familiarize them with the functions of a protective operation and the dangers of relying on reactive skills alone.

Principles & Practices of Biosafety
March 15–19, 2004 in Nashville, Tennessee
Sponsored by the American Biological Safety Association, this conference introduces the essential elements of biosafety and provides hands-on experience to encourage and enhance networking and problem-solving skills. Specific topics addressed include biocontainment facilities, disinfection and biological waste, risk assessment, shipment of biological materials, and effective biosafety management. Registration is available online.

Emergency Preparedness for Facilities
March 17–18, 2004 in Arlington, Virginia
This 2-day workshop provides first responders, government facility managers, and security infrastructure executives with strategic resources to prepare for and recover from an emergency or terrorist event. It is intended to enhance emergency management procedures for mitigating disasters, acts of violence, and terrorism. Registration is available online.

2004 Virginia Emergency Management Conference
March 17–19, 2004 in Williamsburg, Virginia
Sponsored by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and the Virginia Emergency Management Association, this conference is designed for professionals involved in preventing, preparing for, responding to, or recovering from emergencies and disasters. Sessions focus on continuity of operations planning, resources for undeclared disasters, emergency public information, controlling access and reentry to disaster areas, and the use of damage-prediction models. Online registration is available.

BTR 2004: Unified Science & Technology for Reducing Biological Threats & Countering Terrorism
March 17–19, 2004 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
This conference is an open public forum to discuss the underlying science and implications to strategic analysis and policy that leads to operational effectiveness in homeland security. Online and offline registration is available.

2004 Symposium on Integrated Justice Information Systems: Supporting the Homeland
March 22–24, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
Participants at this conference, sponsored by the Bureau of Justice Statistics and SEARCH, will explore the legal, policy, operational, and technological implications of sharing justice information. Registration is available online and by fax and mail.

Fourth International Symposium on Aviation Emergencies
March 29–April 1, 2004 in Weehawken, New Jersey
This 4-day event focuses on aviation terrorism and security, preparedness and response to airplane accidents and airport emergencies, emergency medical and public health issues, and crisis consequence management in the aviation industry. Registration and agenda information are available online.

Transportation & Port/Border Protection: Sensor System Priorities
March 30–3l, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference examines sensor system priorities of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's fiscal year 2005 budget. It will highlight technical approaches to commercial aircraft protection and container security and other port and border security issues. Online registration is available.

The 2004 Homeland and Global Security Summit
March 31–April 1, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
The 2004 Homeland and Global Security Summit focuses on homeland security funding and procurement issues. The latest information will be provided by speakers from agencies such as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of Defense, and The White House, as well as by governors, mayors, and state and local officials who coordinate homeland security. Secure registration is available online.

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April 2004

Basic Anti-Terrorism Training for Law Enforcement (B.A.T.T.L.E.) 2004
April 5–9, 2004 in Ocean City, Maryland
B.A.T.T.L.E. provides 1 week of classroom and practical training on topics such as international and domestic terrorism trends, intelligence, investigations of weapons of mass destruction, and terrorist psychology. For more information, including how to register, please contact the Maryland and Delaware Joint Terrorism Task Force at 301-840-2496.

Defense and Security Symposium 2004
April 12–16, 2004 in Orlando, Florida
This symposium, exhibition, and its complementary technical conferences, including technologies for homeland security and law enforcement, aviation security, and global positioning system technologies for defense and security, will provide a unique forum for participants from industry, government, and academia. Registration is available online.

Ensuring the Safety & Security of the U.S. Medicine Supply
April 13–14, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference will focus on the legislative and regulatory issues involving the safety and security of the U.S. medicine supply, including the link between drug counterfeiting and terrorism. Online registration is available.

2004 Conference for NDMS Participants: Catastrophic Care for the Nation
April 17–21, 2004 in Dallas, Texas
Sponsored by the Chesapeake Health Education Program and the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS), this conference will promote interaction between local, state, and federal public health practitioners and policymakers. Experts will present sessions on topics such as counter-terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, clinical medicine, mental health, response teams, and international coordination. Please direct any questions to the conference team at 410-642-1857.

2004 IEEE Conference on Technologies for Homeland Security
April 21–22, 2004 in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Hosted by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, this conference will focus on technologies to enhance air and surface mass transit security. Registration and specific program information are available online.

Fire-Med Rescue 2004
April 24–28, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
Conference and preconference activities will focus on topics such as infectious disease control, emergency medical services, disaster management, and domestic terrorism in the United States.

Third Annual Conference on Public Safety Transformation: Technology & Counter-Terrorism—Prevention-Protection-Pursuit
April 26–27, 2004 in Chateau Laurier, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Serving as an international forum for networking and collaboration among public safety officials from Canada, Europe, and the United States, this year=s conference will focus on integrated policing, information sharing among law enforcement, biometrics identification, and cybersecurity. A special keynote address from Richard A. Clarke, former U.S. security advisor, and Kevin Mitnick, a former computer hacker, are among the more than 30 presentations.Online registration is available.

Fourteenth Annual Conference and Exhibition CTST 2004—Promise Fulfilled: Today's Technological Realities
April 26–29, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
Recent government efforts, including the US-VISIT program and the Common Access Card program, have accelerated the timetable for using advanced identification technologies (e.g., smart cards and biometric technologies). CTST 2004 will highlight real-world applications (e.g., identity protection and perimeter security) of these technologies in several sectors, including government and security. Registration information is available online.

2004 New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Annual Conference
April 26–30, 2004 in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Sponsored by the New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Association, this annual conference provides training and coordination and promotes the development of public and private partnerships in planning, response, recovery, and mitigation in all types of emergencies. Specific topics to be addressed include radiological planning for domestic preparedness, predisaster mitigation planning, integration of public health and emergency management, implementation of a local Citizen Corps, and emergency planning for school districts and daycare centers. Online registration is available.

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May 2004

CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) Conference
December 3–5, 2003 and May 5–7, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This 3-day training session will focus on how the design and the use of the environment can control human behavior and reduce the fear of crime. Law enforcement officers, security consultants, and designers and planners from all fields will find the instruction useful for property and violent crime prevention, including potential acts of terrorism.

2004 NEHA Terrorism and All-Hazards Preparedness Conference and Exhibition
May 9-12, 2004 in Anchorage, Alaska
Sponsored by the National Environmental Health Association, this conference and exhibition will present more than 150 sessions on all-hazards preparedness and prevention. Specific topics to be addressed include protecting the food supply from bioterrorism, improving public health capacities, and planning and preparing for incidents that involve weapons of mass destruction. Online registration is available.

Fourth Annual Conference on Countering Terrorism: Securing America—Threat & Response
May 10–14, 2004 in San Diego, California
This seminar examines the threat of terrorism to U.S. national security. Specific topics of discussion include transportation and communications infrastructure; maritime security; nuclear, chemical, and biological facilities; and agricultural and water security. Registration and agenda information are available online.

The National Conference on Animals in Disaster 2004
May 12–15, 2004 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sponsored by The Humane Society of the United States, this conference offers more than 60 hours of seminars and workshops that appeal to veterinary professionals, emergency managers and responders, animal care and control personnel, and volunteers. Registration and other information are available online.

2004 State of Maine Homeland Security Conference
May 13–14, 2004 in Orono, Maine
This conference will bring leading homeland security policymakers together with representatives from small businesses, suppliers, and service providers to explore potential partnerships that will benefit businesses and citizens in Maine. Information regarding conference seminars, demonstrations, and registration is available online.

Third Annual Workshop on Economics of Information Security
May 13–14, 2004 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
This information security symposium will help participants determine how much to spend on securing computer systems and which investments provide the best protection. Other topics include attaining computer security goals and market forces that drive firms to improve security.

Fighting the Terror Within: The Realities of Prosecuting Domestic Terrorism
May 16–18, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference focuses on domestic terrorism and explores extremist groups, gang terrorism, ecoterrorism, cyberterrorism, and other current topics. An online brochure (in PDF format) is available that includes a registration form and other information.

Airport Fire-Rescue U.S.A. 5th Annual International Conference
May 17–19, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This international event is designed to enhance understanding of fire protection issues surrounding aircraft fire fighting and airport facilities and to strengthen cooperation among emergency response professionals. An online registration form is available.

Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit (LEIU) 49th Annual Training Seminar
May 17–21, 2004, in San Antonio, Texas
"Terrorism Without Borders: The First Line of Defense" is the theme of this training seminar from LEIU, an international law enforcement intelligence network of approximately 250 law enforcement agencies. The seminar is open to employees from all law enforcement agencies. Consult LEIU web site for additional information, including a topical agenda and a list of speakers.

The 2004 Southeast Network Security Forum
May 19–20, 2004 in Marietta, Georgia
This conference on computer and network security includes curriculum tracks on perimeter security, security information management, vulnerability management, remote access security, and security management.

16th Annual Midwest Hazardous Materials Response Conference
May 21–22, 2004 in Northbrook, Illinois
Offered specifically for the education of emergency responders, presentations cover a variety of interests and levels of expertise, including first responders, haz mat team technicians, incident commanders, industrial fire brigades, EMS and law enforcement personnel, and medical providers. Details about the conference's program and workshops are available online.

National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) World Safety Conference & Exposition
May 23–26, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah
Sponsored by NFPA, this conference is intended for fire protection and security professionals, building designers and managers, and emergency response personnel. It will cover many topics, including investigations of fires and explosions, community awareness programs from 19 nations, enhancement of emergency preparedness, an evacuation study of the World Trade Center, and safety of emergency responders. Online registration is available.

The 12th Annual International Association for Counterterrorism & Security Professionals Terrorism Trends & Forecasts Symposium
May 24–25, 2004 in Morristown, New Jersey
This conference will cover a wide expanse of counter-terrorism topics, including the current state of terrorism, particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan; terrorism trends in and forecasts for the Middle East; new technologies and weapons; and future hotspots for terrorism activity. Detailed agenda and speaker information are available online.

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June 2004

Homeland Security Summit and Exposition
June 2–4, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference brings together state, local, and federal governments with private sector enterprises and first responders to communicate successes and apply lessons learned from regional security threats. Registration information is available on the conference web site.

International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference
June 3–6, 2004 in Hunt Valley, Maryland
Sponsored by the International Association of Fire Chiefs, this conference brings together international experts on topics such as transportation emergencies that involve hazardous materials, weapons of mass destruction (WMD), and industrial security. Hot zone operations, threat and response tactics, WMD evidence collection, mass decontamination, and law enforcement interaction are some of the topics that will be addressed. Registration is available online.

The Sixth Annual International Techno-Security Conference
June 6–9, 2004 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Advanced computer forensics, homeland security, intrusion detection, and technical counter-terrorism are just a few of the many topics that will be covered. Online registration is available.

National Operations Security Conference & Exhibition
June 7–11, 2004 in Baltimore, Maryland
The conference and exhibition provide training and networking opportunities for professionals in management, security, intelligence, infrastructure protection, counterintelligence, military operations, and related fields.

International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators (IABTI) 32nd Annual International In-Service Training Conference: "Global Readiness"
June 13–18, 2004 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Calling on speakers from many of the 60 nations represented in IABTI, this conference will highlight different sets of competencies, including bomb disposal and operations, bombing investigation, explosives canine operations and management, and explosives regulations and laws. A downloadable registration form is available in PDF format.

Transformation and Operations in Cyberspace (TOPS in Cyberspace) Conference
June 15–16, 2004 in Clinton , New York
This conference will present technologies that support and enhance cyberspace to effectively operate and defend military and civilian assets. Specific topics to be addressed include cyberspace needs for homeland defense, law enforcement response to exploitation, and joint awareness and command control in cyberspace.

National Classification Management Society's (NCMS's) 2004 Annual Training Seminar
June 15–17, 2004 in Reno, Nevada
Hosted by NCMS, this conference seeks to advance the practice of classification management in industrial security, information security, government-designated unclassified information, and intellectual property. Program and registration information is available online.

Fourteenth World Conference on Disaster Management
June 20–23, 2004 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
This conference brings together an international field of emergency responders, medical personnel, and professionals involved with disaster management. Topics to be discussed include lessons learned from terrorist events, disaster management, technical threats, weapons of mass destruction, and disaster management principles and practices. Online registration is available.

76th Annual American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Conference and Exposition
June 21–24, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
AAAE will hold its annual conference to discuss urgent and current topics affecting airports, such as airport security. More details, including agenda and registration information, are available online.

Public Health Risks of Disasters: Building the Capacity to Respond
June 22, 2004 in Washington , D.C.
This National Academies workshop will examine the types of health risks, capacity needs, and research needs that are necessary to adequately respond to a variety of crisis conditions. Online registration is available.

National Sheriff's Association (NSA) 2004 Annual Conference & Exhibition
June 26–30, 2004 in Seattle, Washington
NSA's 2004 annual conference offers comprehensive, hands-on, solutions-oriented educational experiences for the law enforcement industry. It will feature more than 500 exhibits and 40 workshops and seminars. Online registration is available.

Third Annual Government Symposium on Information Sharing and Homeland Security
June 28–30, 2004 in Orlando, Florida
This symposium will focus on the prevention aspects of the war on terrorism and present solutions for closing the gaps in both vertical and horizontal integration of information and intelligence among federal, state, and local agencies. It will also highlight lessons learned from successful pilot programs and relay best practices from three states: New York, Florida, and California.

Aviation Security of Tomorrow
June 30, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference explores measures available to enhance transportation security. Government and private sector leaders will deliver i ndividual presentations and a panel discussion to help participants understand which measures to take to ensure tomorrow's aviation security. Online registration is available.

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July 2004

Innovative Technologies in Homeland Security 2004: Conference & Exhibition
July 12–15, 2004 in San Diego , California
This conference will discuss the science and technology objectives and accomplishments of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and focus on increasing the nation's homeland security capabilities. Sessions will include briefings on technologies and technology development plans for radiological/nuclear, chemical, high explosive, and cyber security and critical infrastructure protection; borders and transportation security; and emergency preparation and response. Online registration is available.

The 2004 Midwest Network Security Forum
July 14–15, 2004 in Chicago, Illinois
This conference on computer and network security includes curriculum tracks on perimeter security, security information management, vulnerability management, remote access security, and security management.

14th Annual National SRO/School Safety Conference
July 25–30, 2004 in Phoenix, Arizona
"Bridging the Gap" is the theme of this year's conference. One of its many workshops will be on "Terrorism Safeguards Post 9–11." Registration information is available online.

2004 Government Security Expo & Conference (GOVSEC)
U.S. Law Enforcement Conference & Exposition
Ready! The Emergency Preparedness and Response Conference & Exposition
July 28–29, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
GOVSEC, U.S. LAW, and READY! offer indepth education, training, and networking opportunities in specific disciplines for government, law, and first response professionals at one venue in Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit the respective conference web sites.

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August 2004

Summer Institute for Public Health Practice: Public Health Preparedness, Tools for the Frontline
August 2–6, 2004 in Seattle, Washington
Sponsored by the University of Washington School of Public Health & Community Medicine, the Summer Institute provides training to assist public health professionals in detecting, responding to, controlling, and recovering from emergency incidents. Topics to be addressed include epidemiological methods; public health management, preparedness, and response; and geographic information systems.

Fire-Rescue International: The Conference for Leaders
August 12–15, 2004 in New Orleans, Louisiana
This conference will focus on first responder leadership, management, and operations. Specific topics to be addressed include weapons of mass destruction, command safety, use of geographic information systems, community mobilization, and interagency coordination. Online registration is available.

13th USENIX Security Symposium
August 9–13, 2004 in San Diego, California
This 5-day symposium (a 2-day training program and 2-1/2 day technical program) brings together researchers, practitioners, system administrators, system programmers, and others interested in the recent advances in computer system security. Session topics include security and systems management, network and security protocols, service attacks and countermeasures, infrastructure protection, and Internet security. Complete program and registration information will be available in May 2004.

Research, Technologies and Applications in Biodefense
August 18–19, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference focuses on human health and preparedness issues related to organisms that might be used as agents of bioterrorism. It focuses on the development of novel integrated hand-held biosensors, single-molecule detection of pathogens, and advances in vaccine therapy against pathogens and emerging infectious diseases. Online registration is available.

California Attorney General's 18th Annual Organized Crime, Gang, Criminal Intelligence, and Terrorism Training Conference
August 24–27, 2004 in Sacramento, California
This conference is designed to provide law enforcement authorities with practical information on organized crime, gangs, criminal extremist groups, and terrorism-related activities in California. It also offers training in effective and legitimate application of the criminal intelligence process and supports and fosters critical networking among local, state, and federal law enforcement investigators. For more information, contact Debbie Davenport (916–227–1248) or Eva Gutierrez (916–227–4183).

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September 2004

The 2004 New England Network Security Forum
September 8–9, 2004 in Waltham, Massachusetts
This conference on computer and network security includes curriculum tracks on perimeter security, security information management, vulnerability management, remote access security, and security management.

2004 National Emergency Management Association (NEMA) Annual Conference
September 11–15, New York, New York
NEMA's 2004 annual conference will focus on shaping the future of homeland security and emergency management and enhancing the overall capabilities of emergency management across the country. A special memorial ceremony will be held at the World Trade Center to honor the 3-year anniversary of September 11th. Online registration is available.

Predictive Profiling and Terrorist Threat Mitigation
September 13–14, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This seminar is geared toward security directors and law enforcement officials interested in enhancing the capabilities of their workforce and augmenting the applications of their security systems. It provides tools, methods, and processes necessary to proactively mitigate the threat of terrorism.

U.S. Maritime Security Expo
September 14–15, 2004 in New York, New York
This year's expo will focus on the protection of ports, harbors, bridges, cargo containers, power plants, offshore oil rigs, railroads, and cargo and passenger ships. Registration will open in May 2004. For additional information, contact Lindsey Field: field@ejkrause.com.

2004 IALEP Annual Training Conference
September 19–24, 2004 in Chicago, Illinois
This annual training conference is the International Association of Law Enforcement Planners' main event for its members and others interested in police planning. At the conference, police planning practitioners can share information about the latest issues and problems confronting policing and discuss the innovations that can lead to solutions. Session topics include incident command systems, multiagency investigative task forces, police agency networking, computer forensics, wireless technology, digital photography, and the National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center.

Biometric Consortium Conference 2004
September 20–22, 2004 in Arlington, Virginia
This 2-1/2 day, multitrack conference features speakers, seminars, and biometric technology exhibits that address the latest trends in biometric research, development, and technology applications.

Terrorism and Trauma: A Transatlantic Perspective
September 20–22, 2004 in Baltimore, Maryland
This conference will discuss trauma and medical implications of terrorism and offer a joint session that will hypothesize the response and effects of a bioterrorist attack, including the spread of SARS throughout a U.S. airport, distribution of anthrax spores at the United Nations and New York Stock Exchange, and the placement of quarantine restrictions on London and Washington, D.C. Online registration is available.

2004 National Tactical Officers Association Tactical Operations Conference
September 20–24, 2004 in Orlando , Florida
Cohosted by the Orange County (Florida) Sheriff's Office and the Orlando (Florida) Police Department, this year's conference offers seventeen 2-, 4-, and 8-hour training sessions and twenty-four 8-,16-, and 24-hour practical training tracks.

The 2004 Virginia Hazardous Materials Conference: "HAZMAT Today: Responding to the New Reality"
September 23–25, 2004 in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Participants in this conference will include representatives from a broad cross-section of local, state, and federal governments, as well as the industrial, business, and military sectors. A program description and online registration are available.

Dam Safety 2004: "Getting Better All the Time"
September 26, 2004 in Phoenix, Arizona
Sponsored by the Association of State Dam Safety Officials, this conference will explore the latest policy and technical information on dam safety through 21 technical sessions, 2 workshops, 2 field trips, 18 hours of educational instruction, and networking opportunities with more than 600 professionals. A registration packet is available online in PDF format.

SpatialTech 2004: Geospatially Enabling the Homeland Security Enterprise
September 26–29, 2004 in Orlando, Florida
Sponsored by the Foundation for Homeland Security, SpatialTech 2004 will address the critical roles that geospatial technologies play in homeland security. Specific topics to be discussed include infrastructure protection, state and local partnerships, geospatial applications for homeland security, and geospatial preparedness. Registration and agenda information are available online.

Technologies for Public Safety in Critical Incident Response, Conference & Exposition 2004
September 27–29, 2004 in New Orleans, Louisiana
This event will highlight the technology and training tools currently available and being developed for the responder community to deal with major threats to lives and property, such as terrorist attacks. Interoperable communications, transportation and border security, physical security for critical infrastructure protection, threat and vulnerability assessment, and equipment standards and testing are among the many topics to be addressed. Registration is available online.

"Calling All Angels" Conference and Training
September 28–October 2, 2004 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Geared toward the law enforcement, fire, and emergency response communities, this conference brings together various response organizations to discuss emerging trends in readiness and response programs.

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October 2004

2004 Annual Meeting of the National Association of State EMS Directors
October 6–9, 2004 in Park City, Utah
This annual meeting will address current issues and trends in emergency medical services (EMS) systems. Featured topics include domestic preparedness and how terrorism affects EMS.

Counterintelligence Tools and the War on Terrorism
October 7, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, this 1-day meeting will focus on how the successful counterintelligence method of identifying, penetrating, and neutralizing threats that has been used for years to stop spies can be applied to counter-terrorism and preventing attacks. CI and CT expert Rusty Capps will compare CI and CT techniques and show how Al Qaeda targeted America before the attacks. British historian and author Nigel West will talk about classic counterintelligence techniques that the British used to thwart PIRA terrorists. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

The Origins of the Arab-Israeli Conflict and the Israeli Intelligence Response
October 12, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Israel has considered itself at war since its founding, and its intelligence services reflect this mindset. Learn more about Israeli intelligence services like the Mossad and Shin Bet, and how they were formed at a pivotal yet misunderstood point in Arab-Israel history. Counterintelligence expert David Major teams up with British historian Nigel West on this timely subject. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

2004 Homeland Defense Symposium
October 12–14, 2004 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
The 2004 Homeland Defense Symposium includes speakers, panels, and breakout sessions on professional activities related to homeland defense, homeland security, civil support, emergency response, and the mission areas of NORAD and the U.S. Northern Command.

Hotzone 2004
October 14–17, 2004 in Houston, Texas
Sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hotzone 2004 will train local, state, and federal responders for safe, coordinated, and efficient responses to releases of hazardous materials that can threaten both public health and the environment. A form with registration instructions is available online.

10th Annual Meeting of the National Air Disaster Alliance/Foundation
October 16–17, 2004 in Arlington, Virginia
The National Air Disaster Alliance/Foundation strives to raise the standard of safety, security, and survivability for aviation passengers and to support survivors and victims' families. This year's meeting will feature a Transportation Security Administration panel on the use of private security personnel as airport screeners and the chair of the first independent expert panel appointed by the National Transportation Safety Board to determine the cause of 737 disasters. The event is open to the public.

2004 Scientific Assembly
October 17–20, 2004 in San Francisco, California
Sponsored by the American College of Emergency Physicians, the 2004 Scientific Assembly will train emergency physicians on the latest innovations and advances in emergency medicine. Specific session topics include provision of medical care at mass gatherings, bioterrorism and chemical warfare agents, emerging infections, and post-blast emergency response. Online registration is available.

Terrorist Attacks and Survival
October 18, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
This tactical-level, scenario-based training uses case studies to examine a wide variety of terrorist attacks, assassinations, kidnapings, and hijackings and the lessons learned from them. The course also provides people with the knowledge and skills they need to identify possible attack sites and scenarios, as well as preincident/preattack indicators. Learn what to do and what not to do to survive. The course is taught by global security expert Dan Mulvenna. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

2004 National Summit on Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management for Schools
October 18–19, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
The 2004 National Summit will review strategies to design, implement, and improve school emergency preparedness plans. Comprehensive coverage includes the latest innovations in bomb threat response, school safety assessments, communication strategies for crisis response, and effective crisis management exercises.

Serious Games Summit D.C.
October 18–19, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
The Serious Games Summit D.C. gives professionals from the public and private sectors, policymakers, contractors, military personnel, government administrators, educators, and experts in the game development arena an opportunity to meet and learn from successful serious games applications. The summit will help forge links between the traditional video game industry and program managers involved in homeland security, state and local governments, military agencies, and educational institutions.

EMS Expo's Partnerships for Progress
October 19–23, 2004 in Atlanta, Georgia
The 2004 EMS Expo will train local, state, and federal emergency medical staff on a variety of topics, including managing the emergency medical/rescue incident and understanding risks related to biological agent exposures, weapons of mass destruction, and nerve agents, and threat and vulnerability assessment. Registration and agenda information (in PDF format) are available online.

A Taste of Chinese Intelligence
October 21, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, this 1-day meeting will feature Dr. Paul Moore, one of the nation's top experts on Chinese intelligence. Dr. Moore will present an overview of the subtle yet effective way the People's Republic of China collects intelligence in America, how different it is from the traditional Western/European style of collecting intelligence, and ways to recognize it. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

Rural Homeland Security Technology Expo
October 21–22, 2004 in Loretto, Pennsylvania
This event seeks to demonstrate emerging technologies designed to improve rural America's ability to prepare for and manage mass casualties resulting from terrorist attacks or weapons of mass destruction. It will highlight topics associated with rural and underserved populations and discuss issues that will facilitate better communications and cooperation among emergency management officials during crisis situations.

Tracking Terrorism in the 21st Century: A National Symposium on the Roles of Science and Law in Preventing, Investigating, and Prosecuting Political Violence
October 21–23, 2004 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The National Symposium will bring together government officials and forensic, legal, and medical experts to discuss the detection, prevention, investigation, and prosecution of terrorist acts, including incendiary, biological, chemical, and nuclear devices. The symposium will also provide a forum for the discussion of various legal and ethical issues relating to anti-terrorism efforts, including the USA PATRIOT Act, criminal profiling, and extradition. For more information, e-mail the Cyril H. Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law or call 412–396–1330.

Smart Borders: The Implementation of US-VISIT and Other Biometric Border Control Systems
October 26–27, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Sponsored by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement (IDGA), this conference will focus on the implementation of US-VISIT at U.S. ports of entry; border security between the United States, Canada, and Mexico; and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's role in the development of biometric standards. Session topics will include changes in visa processing after 9/11, biometric enrollment and passports, and terrorist screening before and after 9/11. Online registration is available.

The Fall 2004 Biometrics Summit—Implementing Identity Technologies in Government & Business: Best Practices and Lessons Learned
October 26– 28, 2004 in New York, New York
This conference will include an FBI overview of the National Science and Technology Council Interagency Working Group on Biometrics. A detailed agenda and registration information are available online.

International All Risk Symposium
October 26–28, 2004 in Baltimore, Maryland
Sponsored by Oklahoma State University, this symposium will encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and enhance the cooperation of emergency responders, military personnel, and government officials. Specific topics to be addressed include integrated risk management, multiagency coordination, unifying and integrating coordination of major emergencies, interoperable communications, hospital coordination, and critical incident stress management. Registration and agenda information are available online.

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November 2004

2004 International Water Rescue Conference
November 3–6, 2004 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Sponsored by the International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists (IADRS), this conference will focus on public and diver safety, port and maritime security, and HAZMAT security. For additional information, contact IADRS at 800–423–7791 or e-mail Susan Watson at swatson@diverscueintl.com.

Dying to Kill Us: Understanding the Terrorist Mindset
November 5, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
In this 1-day meeting, global security expert Dan Mulvenna will present an overview of the threat from suicide bombers, the psychology and motivation of these individuals, and the perennial question, "Why do they hate us?" The course also will cover the types, use, and effectiveness of improvised explosive devices and vehicle-borne explosive devices, including how terrorists fabricate and deliver them. Other critical training skills the course will cover include the operational tactics of terrorists and how you can tell if there is a bomb in or under your vehicle. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

2004 Annual Conference of the International Association of Emergency Managers
November 5–11, 2004 in Dallas, Texas
This conference will provide a forum for current trends, topics, and the latest tools and technology in emergency management and homeland security. Risk management, public health and emergency preparedness, interoperability, and media collaboration are some of the many topics to be addressed. Training will also be available on the U.S. National Incident Management System. An agenda and registration information are available online.

Safe Foreign Travel: Personal Security and Safety Overseas
November 6, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
During this dynamic, multimedia course hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, attendees will learn how to lower their risk profile overseas; recognize high-risk locations and situations, identify indicators that warn of threats to personal safety; and defuse and manage potentially violent confrontations. Course instructor Dan Mulvenna will cover pretravel preparations, modes of travel and accommodations, and in-country business and social activities. Mulvenna also provides 101 practical safe-travel tips for both first-time and experienced international travelers. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Spouses and family members may attend at reduced rates. Registration form.

Sixth Annual International Breachers Symposium
November 8–11, 2004 in Charlotte, North Carolina
This 3½-day event is open to military and law enforcement personnel. It will feature presentations on military breaching programs, explosives programs, standard operating procedures, necessary equipment, legal issues, and robots and high-risk entry. Registration information is available online.

FireRescue Conference & Expo
November 12–14, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada
This conference and exposition will address specific needs of fire-rescue and emergency response professionals, including incident action planning, fire operations and tactics, responding to weapons of mass destruction, and handling emergency water supply in terrorist events. Registration is available online.

The 2004 New York Metro Network Security Forum
November 16–17, 2004 in New York, New York
This conference on computer and network security includes curriculum tracks on perimeter security, security information management, vulnerability management, remote access security, and security management.

Integrated Sensor Strategies for Homeland Security: Needs & Opportunities
November 16–17, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference will address the latest approaches to integrated sensor systems for security of choke points, ports, borders, and critical infrastructure. Briefings will discuss a variety of topics, including the Smart Borders program, SensorNet, sensors for industrial chemicals, video surveillance software, and the use of sensors and unmanned aerial vehicle systems.

International Symposium on Tunnel Safety and Security
November 16–17, 2004 in Greenbelt, Maryland
Sponsored by the Center for Infrastructure Expertise and the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the International Symposium will provide a forum on the strategies, technologies, and procedures needed to improve tunnel protection, safety, and security. Specific topics include threat assessment of tunnel explosions, vulnerability analysis, security technology integration, and security design of metros, subways, and tunnels.

Maritime and Port Security Summit: Getting to Best Practices and Standards With the Right Technologies
November 16–17, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference will address the postelection implications for maritime and port security policy, technology requirements, and funding for the fiscal year 2006 budget request and beyond.

Emergency Response 2004: Conference & Exhibition
November 16–19, 2004 in San Diego, California
This conference brings together critical personnel from first-response agencies to share ideas and hear from the experts on the best tactics and strategies for promoting a coordinated and rapid response to major incidents. Five separate industry tracks will focus on the latest advancements, training, methods, and equipment. Online registration is available.

The Evolution of Counterterrorism in America
November 17, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, this 1-day meeting features Dr. Timothy Naftali, the official historian of the 9/11 Commission. From the bombing of Black Tom Island in New York in 1916 to the 9/11 attacks, learn how America has dealt with terrorist threats, and how it has come to be involved in the present fight against terrorism. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

Surviving Today's Economic Espionage Challenges
November 19, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Expert counterespionage investigator Connie Allen presents a new, dynamic look at the very real intelligence threat against companies from foreign intelligence services, foreign and domestic competitors, and trusted insiders. Dr. Paul Moore will talk about China's engagement in economic espionage against the United States and the challenge that Chinese visitors pose for companies. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

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December 2004

A Taste of Chinese Intelligence
December 1, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, this 1-day meeting will feature Dr. Paul Moore, one of the nation's top experts on Chinese intelligence. Dr. Moore will present an overview of the subtle yet effective way the People's Republic of China collects intelligence in America, how different it is from the traditional Western/European style of collecting intelligence, and ways to recognize it. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

National Threat Symposium and Security Awareness Fair
December 1–2, 2004 in Chantilly, Virginia
Sponsored by the Interagency OPSEC (Operations Security) Support Staff and the Office of the National Counterintelligence Executive, this 2-day conference will focus on operations security, intelligence, threats to U.S. national security, and techniques for developing security awareness programs. The agenda is available online.

2004 Emergency Preparedness & Prevention Conference
December 5–8, 2004 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This conference will provide training programs and workshops on emergency preparedness, prevention, and response. Cyber security, critical infrastructure protection, hazmat operations, interoperable communications, and first responder safety are a few of the many topics that will be covered.

Harmonizing Federal Physical & Cyber Security Strategies
December 7–8, 2004 in Washington, D.C.
This conference will address business continuity in telecommunications and electric power industries, technologies that provide national critical infrastructure protection, and related federal funding. Presentations will look at the current state of the FBI's Infraguard program and the National Communications System.

Terrorist Surveillance Detection Field Exercise
December 9, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
Learn how to detect terrorist surveillance during a field exercise in the Washington, D.C. area. While driving to and from places of work and residence, participants will learn movement and terrain analysis, countersurveillance and attack recognition, and escape and evasion countermeasures. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy. Open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Space is limited. Registration form.

USSOCOM Chemical, Biological, Radiological & Nuclear Conference & Exhibition
December 13–16, 2004 in Tampa, Florida
Organized by the National Defense Industrial Association, this conference will address the global war on terrorism and the improvements in current technologies being used to anticipate future chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats.

Women in Espionage
December 16, 2004 in Alexandria, Virginia
This unique presentation by two former intelligence officers, Connie Allen and retired senior CIA officer Jonna Mendez (author of Spy Dust), offers a fascinating indepth look at women in espionage and covers women spying both for and against America. Attendees will learn how effective (and sometimes devastating) women can be in the field of intelligence, and how underestimating them can be a mistake. Hosted by the Counterterrorism-Counterintelligence Academy, this 1-day meeting is open to U.S. citizens who are federal, state, or local government employees or private sector employees working for U.S. companies. Registration form.

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January 2005

18th Annual ASLET International Training Seminar and Law Enforcement Exposition
January 4–8, 2005 in Jacksonville, Florida
Sponsored by the American Society for Law Enforcement Training (ASLET), this conference provides law enforcement with multidisciplinary tracks on firearms, instructional development, management supervision, survival, and tactical response. Specific topics to be addressed include investigating terrorist gatherings, terrorism's impact on school security, critical incident training, and simulation training. Online registration is available.

Transportation Research Board's 84th Annual Meeting
January 9–13, 2005 in Washington , D.C.
This annual meeting will cover all transportation modes and offers sessions of interest to policymakers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions. Session topics include security strategies for processing passengers, air toxins, and hazmat transportation safety. The conference brochure is available online, as is registration.

Fourth Annual Florida C.E.R.T. Conference
January 13–16, 2005 in Lakeland, Florida
Sponsored by the Florida CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Association, this fourth annual conference will focus on topics such as mitigation strategies, postdisaster recovery, crime scene preservation, water purification security, and working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. A registration packet is available online.

Network Centric Warfare 2005
January 26–27, 2005 in Washington, D.C.
Sponsored by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement (IDGA), Network Centric Warfare 2004 will provide a forum for training and information on network centric warfare, military operations, and joint training initiatives. Registration information and the agenda are available online.

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February 2005

West 2005
February 1–3, 2005 in San Diego, California
Sponsored by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association and the U.S. Naval Institute, the Western Conference and Exposition (West 2005) is the largest forum on the West Coast, providing information on communications, electronics, intelligence, information systems, imaging, military weapons systems, aviation, and defense.

National Threat Symposium
February 8–9, 2005 in North Las Vegas, Nevada
Sponsored by the Interagency OSPEC (Operations Security) Support Staff and the National Nuclear Security Administration, this 2-day symposium will focus on operations security, intelligence, threats to U.S. national security, and techniques for developing security awareness programs. The agenda is available online.

The 6th Annual Aviation Security Summit & Expo
February 9–11, 2005 in San Diego, California
Airport security professionals from the public and private sectors will analyze the new operational and regulatory dynamics of airport security. Registration information is available online.

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April 2005

2005 Homeland Security Solutions Summit: Practical Solutions to Compelling Security Challenges
April 5–7, 2005 in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
This technology summit will address key homeland security issues that the public and private sectors face and will explore both existing and new technologies that can enable homeland security solutions. It will also focus on strategies and guidelines needed to handle emergency situations such as terrorism, blackouts, epidemics, and environmental and natural disasters.

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