To further its mission, NACOLE works to bring together the growing community of civilian oversight practitioners, law enforcement officials, journalists, elected officials, students, community members, and others to meet and exchange information and ideas about issues facing civilian oversight and law enforcement. In addition to it's annual conference, NACOLE conducts regional training and networking events, and gathers academics and scholars from different fields to discuss and encourage multi-disciplinary work on police oversight, and encourage relationships between civilian oversight practitioners, police professionals, and scholars.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 03:30 PM
2026 NACOLE Webinar Series (February)
Why and How More Stringent Foot Pursuit Policies Might Reduce Community Harm
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
3:30 - 4:30 pm ET - Webinar
4:30 - 5:00 pm ET - Optional Post-webinar Discussion (Only those who attend the live webinar will be able to join the discussion.)This webinar will address issues relevant to police oversight.
Despite the widely accepted view that foot pursuits are inherently dangerous for both police officers and citizens, a minority of municipal police agencies have adopted policies that have the potential to minimize the risk of harm by limiting the circumstances in which police officers are permitted to pursue a subject on foot. This presentation will include an analysis of data related to foot pursuit incidents that supports the premise that broader adoption of foot pursuit policies as well as streamlining and tightening existing policies could reduce the number of foot pursuits that occur thereby diminishing the potential for harm from these incidents. Additionally, because a significant proportion of foot pursuits that culminate in the use of deadly force involve subjects that are either perceived to be armed or are armed in fact, the presentation will illustrate why law enforcement agencies should adopt policy guidance specifically to address this circumstance.
SPEAKER
Sharon Fairley, Professor from Practice
University of Chicago Law School
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REGISTRATION FEE
$25 for NACOLE members | $35 for non-members
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Tuesday, February 17, 12:00 pm ET
PLEASE NOTE
The webinar will be recorded.
Registrants will receive an email with instructions for accessing the recording within five business days after the webinar.Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 02:00 PM
2026 NACOLE Webinar Series (March)
Beyond Washington: Local Civilian Oversight of Police Without DOJ Intervention
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
2:00 - 3:30 pm EDT - Webinar
3:30 - 4:00 pm EDT - Optional Post-webinar Discussion (Only those who attend the live webinar will be able to join the discussion.)This webinar will address issues relevant to police oversight.
What can cities do to promote meaningful police oversight when federal involvement is limited or unavailable? This session explores the policies, structures, and political realities that enable communities to build strong, independent, and sustainable oversight systems. Panelists will examine civilian oversight, approaches to data management, and methods for self-evaluation that aid oversight bodies measure their effectiveness. Discussion will include investigative best practices, strategies for collaborating constructively with law enforcement rather than serving as advisors, and practical ways to navigate union contracts and local political dynamics. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how cities can strengthen oversight, improve accountability, and increase public trust—without relying on federal intervention.
Moderator
Darryl Neier, Former Law Enforcement; Consultant to Maricopa County, AZ, Albuquerque PD (EFIT Administrator), Minneapolis PD, among othersPanelists
Jean Zachariasiewicz, Esq., Former Sr. Attorney, DOJ Civil Rights DivisionDaniel Giaquinto, JD, Former Prosecutor, Judge, and Member of Various Monitoring TeamsWilliam Hurlock, Esq., Former Deputy Mayor and Consultant to Albuquerque PD (Deputy EFIT Administrator), Minneapolis PDBios for the above will be available soon.
REGISTRATION FEE
$25 for NACOLE members | $35 for non-members
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Tuesday, March 10, 12:00 pm EDTPLEASE NOTE
The webinar will be recorded.
Registrants will receive an email with instructions for accessing the recording within five business days after the webinar.Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
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Wednesday, April 01, 2026 at 02:00 PM
2026 NACOLE Webinar Series (April)
Lies, Damned Lies & Statistics: How You May Be Misled with Statistics and Flawed Research
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
2:00 - 3:15 pm EDT - Webinar
3:15 - 3:45 pm EDT - Optional Post-webinar Discussion (Only those who attend the live webinar will be able to join the discussion.)This webinar will address issues relevant to both police and correctional oversight.
This special April Fool’s Day webinar embraces the maxim, “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” This webinar provides the participant with guidelines and cautionary tales for assessing statistical analyses and empirical research reports. While some errors are unintentional, there are many other times when the data is presented in a manner designed to mislead the consumer. This is specifically for people who have limited experience with statistics and research, NOT statisticians or Ph.D. researchers – while we do welcome them, they should already know this stuff!
We will show how stats and research can be misleading – both inadvertently and on purpose. We will provide simple methods to evaluate stats and research, enhance your “Professional Skeptic” street cred, and provide cautionary tales for your consideration.
SPEAKER
Dr. Thomas Whetstone, Analyst
Louisville Metro Office of Inspector General
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REGISTRATION FEE
$25 for NACOLE members | $35 for non-members
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Tuesday, March 31, 12:00 pm EDT
PLEASE NOTE
The webinar will be recorded.
Registrants will receive an email with instructions for accessing the recording within five business days after the webinar.Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
JOIN MEETING NOW
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
JOIN MEETING NOW
Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
JOIN MEETING NOW
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
JOIN MEETING NOW
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Investigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. ET.
These monthly one-hour meetings, facilitated by NACOLE Board member and veteran investigator Jayson Wechter, are an opportunity to share information about resources, training, technology and online tools. They’re an open conversation where investigators can seek advice; discuss challenges, frustrations, and successes; and meet and network with professional colleagues around the U.S.
At each monthly meeting, Jayson shares information about useful websites for oversight investigators. A list of these websites can be found HERE.
If there’s a question or a subject you’d like to see discussed at an upcoming meeting, please email [email protected].NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate. There is no need to register for the forum, but please note that it is only open to the first 100 participants who join the online meeting. Simply click the link below to join us at 2:00 p.m. ET:
JOIN MEETING NOW