Call for Proposals
The IACP 2026 call for proposals is NOW OPEN. The deadline to submit a proposal is 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Each year, the IACP looks for a wide array of topics that are engaging, inspiring, and informative for police executives around the world. The IACP’s goal is to offer relevant, timely education to help attendees do their jobs more effectively and make their agencies more successful. Conference attendees find value in evidence-based practices, case studies, or lessons learned from new and innovative strategies in policing. Proposals should address contemporary or emerging ideas and concepts to elevate the profession and help grow leaders of agencies worldwide. Some topic examples include:
- Community-Police Engagement
- Emerging Technology and Innovations in Policing
- Intersection of Public Health and Public Safety
- Officer Safety and Wellness
- Organizational Culture and Leadership
- Recruitment, Hiring, Retention, and Training
- Violent Crime, High-Profile Events, and Critical Incidents
For guidance on submission requirements, the review process, and speaking at IACP 2026, please review the call for proposal guidelines and frequently asked questions.
Email IACPSpeakers@theIACP.org with any further questions.
Updated December 31, 2025.
