NENA holds four major events annually and many others are held by Chapters.
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TDC/ODC – A joint working conference
Technical Development Conference (TDC)As the premier public safety conference for discussion on 9-1-1 technical issues and solutions, NENAs TDC brings relevant topics to the forefront, from rapidly emerging technologies to Next Generation 9-1-1(?) continued development. Through the years, NENA has established itself as an industry leader in standardizing technical solutions through its Technical Committees. These standards have helped increase effectiveness of 9-1-1 call handling and emergency response, as well as promote teamwork among industry providers of public safety products and services |
Operations Development Conference (ODC)The ODC is designed to help 9-1-1 professionals learn about and improve on their overall 9-1-1 operations and management. NENAs Operations Committee volunteer members work year-long on the development of model recommendations and standards, as well as other operations information documents. 9-1-1 centers are provided the tools they need to maintain a consistent level of service and work in relation to their peers in neighboring counties, states, provinces, and territories. In recent years, the ODC has had a strong focus on the major changes in the communications industry directly impacting PSAPs and telecommunicators. ODC participants address the challenges and also the opportunities that emerging technologies present – from an operational perspective. |
9-1-1 Goes to Washington
Presented jointly by NENA and the E9-1-1 Institute, 9-1-1 Goes To Washington is a dynamic forum with educational sessions, keynote speaches and outreach on today’s most critical 9-1-1 and emergency communications policy issues. Attendees hear directly from policy makers, Members of Congress, FCC Commissioners and Administration officials and represent their state in meetings on Capitol Hill.
URISA/NENA Addressing Conference
This event is presented jointly with the Urban and Regional Information Systems Accociation (URISA). The event brings together GIS professionals, addressing coordinators, 9-1-1 emergency response specialists for the purpose of education and networking.