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.
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Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 01:00 PM
Digital Video Evidence
Digital Video Evidence: A Brief Introduction
On Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. EDT, NACOLE will welcome Casey Yunko to discuss best practices for collecting and safeguarding your digital video evidence, prepping it for examination, and common pitfalls and misconceptions.
Casey Yunko, Subject Matter Expert, Axon Investigate // AXON
Casey Yunko is a Certified Forensic Video Technician who joined the AXON team with twenty years of experience in video and multimedia. He spent six years as a Criminalist specializing in forensic video examination at the Denver Police Department Crime Laboratory in Denver, Colorado. During that time he performed well over 1300 video evidence extractions and examinations for investigations ranging from simple criminal mischief and auto theft to homicide, robbery, and all other major crimes investigations. -
Monday, October 02, 2023 at 02:00 PM
jail and prison oversight forum
NACOLE invites you to our next online forum for jail and prison oversight practitioners. This opportunity to meet and network with fellow jail and prison oversight practitioners will occur from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT on Thursday, October 12, 2023.
These forums are held quarterly and facilitated by NACOLE Board member Nashla Rivas Salas and members of NACOLE’s jail and prison oversight committee. They allow practitioners and researchers of jail and prison oversight from around the country the opportunity to meet and network with professional colleagues. In addition, they will discuss common issues and share information about training, technology, online tools, and other relevant resources.
NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate so please forward this to other staff in your agency who may be interested in participating.
There is no need to pre-register for these events. Simply click the link below to join us on October 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
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Monday, October 16, 2023 at 01:00 PM
Group Stages & Dynamics
Group Stages and Dynamics: What to Expect When Working on Boards and Commissions
NACOLE invites you to learn about and discuss the process of group work on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. EDT. The effectiveness and performance of any group, including oversight boards and commissions, can be enhanced when members understand the stages of group development; the behaviors, feelings, and thoughts that characterize each stage; and what needs to happen to move forward.
Tina Barr, Director of Training and Education, NACOLE
Tina joined NACOLE in August 2023 as Director of Training and Education. Immediately before joining the NACOLE team, she was an assistant professor of social work whose research focused on issues related to wrongful conviction. Additionally, Tina has extensive experience working in social work, public health, training, and research capacities. Her previous involvement with oversight was as a member of a grassroots organization in Fayetteville, NC, that spearheaded efforts to establish an independent oversight entity in the city, and as a Human Rights Advocate with the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice, conducting investigations in response to grievances filed. Tina received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Rhetoric & Communications Studies from the University of Virginia, a Master of Social Work degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a PhD in Social Work from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. -
Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 02:00 PM
ZoomInvestigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
These monthly one-hour meetings and will be facilitated by NACOLE Board member Jayson Wechter and other, veteran investigators. They will be an opportunity for attendees to discuss common issues, share information about training, technology, online tools, and relevant resources. In addition, it provides an opportunity for investigators at agencies around the country to meet and network with professional colleagues.
NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate.
There is no need to pre-register for these events but do note that they are 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. EDT:
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Monday, November 06, 2023 at 01:00 PM · 4 rsvps
Social Media & Investigations
Social Media and the World of Online Investigation
On Monday, November 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. EDT, NACOLE will welcome Julie Graves, Seana Holland, and Amber Smith to discuss how oversight investigators can effectively use social media sites including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and NextDoor to identify and locate potential witnesses and find online postings (including photos and videos) of incidents they are investigating.
Julie Graves, Investigator, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (VIDC)
Seana Holland,Director of Investigations, Georgetown University School of Law
Amber Smith, Investigative Specialist, Public Defender Service (Washington, D.C.)
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Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 08:30 AM through November 16, 2023
Chicago Fairmont at Millenium Park2023 Annual Conference
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29th ANNUAL NACOLE CONFERENCE
NOVEMBER 12- 16, 2023
Building Better Oversight
The 29th Annual Conference is scheduled to take place November 12-16, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. This year's event will bring together experts from the United States and around the world to discuss ways in which we can assess oversight systems, implement effective practices, and build better oversight. Sessions will focus on the momentum of the last three years, speakers will share information on strengthening the work of police, jail, and prison oversight, and particpants will be able to share innovations in oversight and law enforcement that will push civilian oversight forward in this continued era of reform.
In addition to access to 25 sessions to assist you in the work you are doing, it will be an excellent opportunity to network and learn from others doing the work of civilian oversight in the United States and around the world. To learn more about this year's event and register, click on the links below.
HOTEL INFORMATIONNACOLE has arranged for a block of rooms at a special rate of $238.00 per night for those attending the NACOLE Conference at the Fairmont Chicago - Millennium Park Hotel. This hotel will serve as our host hotel and is the location of all of our daily sessions. Reservations may be made by clicking the icon above or by calling their reservation line at 800.441.1414. In order to receive this special rate, please make your reservations on or before October 20, 2023 and let them know that you are part of the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement Conference. The hotel requires that all reservations be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. Please note that NACOLE has reserved a limited number of rooms at this rate. Although we will make every effort to assist, NACOLE cannot guarantee the group rate after the room block has sold out or after the special rate cut-off date of October 20, 2023, whichever comes first.
Room rates in Chicago are currently subject to applicable taxes of 17.4%. Please note that this information is provided as a tool to help you estimate possible expenditures and is not meant as a guarantee of actual expense.
VISITING CHICAGOConveniently positioned in the heart of the Midwest, Chicago was named the “Best Big City in the U.S.” in 2022 by Condé Nast Traveler for an unprecedented six years in a row. Chicago is home to iconic cultural attractions and events, dynamic theatre, storied live music clubs showcasing everything from blues to rock, plus two scenic waterfronts — Lake Michigan and the Chicago River — bordered by parks and dozens of sandy beaches. More than 55 museums and 200 theatres await you, along with 77 unique neighborhoods and international communities. In addition, Chicago is known for its amazing dining and wide range of cuisines, from gourmet Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning restaurants to comfort classics like hot dogs and deep dish pizza to international cuisine and signature neighborhood eats.
TRAVEL, PARKING, AND TRANSPORTATIONFor those of you who will be flying to this year’s conference, Chicago is served by two airports: Chicago O'Hare (ORD), which is 18 miles northwest of the conference hotel, and Chicago Midway (MDW), which is 12 miles southwest of the conference hotel. While the hotel does not offer a free shuttle to and from the airport, there are many different transportation options once you arrive. The average rideshare/taxi fare from O'Hare is between $45 and $55 one way, while the average fare from Midway is between $35 and $45 one way. The "L" (elevated train) also runs from both airports into downtown, with stops 3 to 4 blocks from the hotel. Visit Chicago Transit Authority's website for additional information. If driving to the conference, valet parking is available for a fee of $77 daily.
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Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 02:00 PM
ZoomInvestigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators which traditionally occurs on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. EDT. Due to the NACOLE Conference and holidays, November's meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.
This monthly one-hour meetings and will be facilitated by NACOLE Board member Jayson Wechter and other, veteran investigators. They will be an opportunity for attendees to discuss common issues, share information about training, technology, online tools, and relevant resources. In addition, it provides an opportunity for investigators at agencies around the country to meet and network with professional colleagues.
NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate.
There is no need to pre-register for these events but do note that they are 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. EDT:
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Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 02:00 PM
ZoomInvestigator Forum
NACOLE invites you to our online forum for oversight investigators on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
These monthly one-hour meetings and will be facilitated by NACOLE Board member Jayson Wechter and other, veteran investigators. They will be an opportunity for attendees to discuss common issues, share information about training, technology, online tools, and relevant resources. In addition, it provides an opportunity for investigators at agencies around the country to meet and network with professional colleagues.
NACOLE members and employees of agencies holding organizational memberships are invited to participate.
There is no need to pre-register for these events but do note that they are 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. EDT:
JOIN MEETING NOW