International Association of Chiefs of Police

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the world's largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. Our members face complex, evolving challenges in their communities every day, which is why we are committed to advancing safer communities through thoughtful, progressive police leadership. With more than 35,000 members in over 170 countries, the IACP is a recognized leader in global policing. Since 1893, our association has been serving communities by speaking out on behalf of law enforcement and advancing leadership and professionalism in policing worldwide. We understand that our members need reliable, evidence-based solutions to protect their communities, and the IACP is known for its commitment to enhancing community safety by shaping the future of the police profession.

Through timely research, programming, and unparalleled training opportunities, the IACP is preparing current and emerging police leaders—and the agencies and communities they serve—to succeed in addressing the most pressing issues, threats, and challenges of the day. We provide our members with opportunities to connect, participate, learn, advocate, and succeed. The IACP is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. We are the publisher of The Police Chief magazine, the leading periodical for law enforcement executives, and the host of the IACP Annual Conference, the largest police educational and technology exposition in the world. IACP membership is open to law enforcement professionals of all ranks, as well as non-sworn leaders across the criminal justice system. By focusing on the needs of our members and the communities they protect, we ensure that law enforcement professionals have the tools, resources, and collective voice necessary to foster trust, improve public safety, and drive meaningful change across the globe.