• What is the National Forum?
• When is the National Forum?
• Where is the National Forum?
• Who should attend the National Forum?
• Why should I attend the National Forum?
• How do I register for the National Forum?
• Is there a registration fee to attend the Forum?
• I am a speaker at the National Forum. Do I have to pay a registration fee?
• I registered for the National Forum and paid the registration fee, but I cannot attend.
  • Can I receive a refund?
  • Can I transfer my registration to a colleague?
• What is the dress code for the National Forum?
• Will the presentations be available online?
• What if I have special dietary needs?
• What is there to do in Jersey City?
• How do I get from the airport to the hotel (and back)?

What is the National Forum?

The National Forum is a unique opportunity for leaders from all levels of government and the public and private sectors to share ideas about crime reduction and prevention strategies. The annual conference which is sponsored by the National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA) and the IJIS Institute, in conjunction with the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), also serves as NCJA's annual membership meeting.

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When is the National Forum?

The 2011 National Forum begins on Sunday, July 31th, and concludes on Tuesday, August 2nd.

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Where is the National Forum?

The National Forum will be held at the Hyatt Regency on the Hudson in Jersey City, New Jersey.

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Who should attend the National Forum?

Participation in the National Forum is open to any individual who works in the criminal justice or public safety field. See a list of suggested attendee roles.

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Why should I attend the National Forum?

Participation in the National Forum is open to any individual who works in the criminal justice or public safety field. Here are five great reasons why you should attend the National Forum:

1. The National Forum has the reputation of delivering the “right stuff” – hard-won experience from the trenches, not lightweight theory or fluffy messages of what ought to be...
2. Our speakers are your peers. They know and understand the issues and challenges facing you today. They deliver the real-world case studies and presentations that will inform, assist and help you to better succeed.
3. This is the only conference where senior leaders in the public and private sector come together in a neutral venue to collaborate on solutions that target and fight violent crime.
4. See what is on the horizon. Government agencies will learn what the private sector can do for them. And, the private sector will learn what government needs now and in the future.
5. Bring home valuable and relevant ideas and solutions!

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How do I register for the National Forum?

Click here for registration information. You may register online or by fax.

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Is there a registration fee to attend the National Forum?

Yes. Click here for information about National Forum registration fees.

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I am a speaker at the National Forum. Do I have to pay a registration fee?

• If you are a member of the NCJA or the IJIS Institute, you must pay the member registration fee of $395.
• If you are not a member of the NCJA or the IJIS Institute and plan to attend the entire Forum, you may pay the special speaker rate of $335.
• If you are speaking only and do not plan to attend the Forum sessions, your registration fee is waived.
• Speaker registrations are due no later than June 17, 2011. Click here to download the speaker registration form.

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I registered for the National Forum and paid the registration fee, but I cannot attend.

Can I receive a refund?

Click here to read the registration fee refund policy.

Can I transfer my registration to a colleague?

Yes. Call (202) 628-8550 and ask to have your National Forum registration transferred. Please be prepared to provide the contact information and correct spellings for your replacement.

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What is the dress code for the National Forum?

Business casual attire is appropriate for all National Forum events, including the opening reception and the sessions.

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Will the presentations be available online?

PowerPoint presentations will be available on this site shortly after the National Forum concludes.

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What if I have special dietary needs?

Call us at (202) 628-8550 and let us know what you need.

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What is there to do in Jersey City?

The Hyatt Regency on the Hudson offers a host of activities for guests to enjoy. For information about activities at the hotel or in the Jersey City area, contact the hotel concierge.

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How do I get from the airport to the hotel (and back)?

Jersey City is about a 10-minute ride from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), which is a major hub for Continental Airlines, and is one of the three airports serving the New York metropolitan area. A taxi to Jersey City from EWR will set you back about $40. If you don't have a lot of bags, consider taking the train. Catch AirTrain from your terminal to the Newark Airport train station. Take a New York-bound New Jersey Transit train one stop to Newark Penn Station, then cross the platform to catch the PATH to Jersey City. The AirTrain/NJ Transit train is $7.75; PATH is $1.75. The ride takes about 45 minutes.
The two other airports in the region are LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), both in the borough of Queens in New York City. A cab from LGA or JFK to Jersey City will be about $100.

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