TWO WAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE 2027 WINTER TRAINING INSTITUTE
APPA’s training institute offers in-person and virtual learning options designed to meet the professional development needs of community supervision professionals and agencies. Join us in New Orleans for the full training institute experience, or choose our flexible, on-demand virtual program for an economical way to bring high-quality training to your team.
Ahead of the training institute’s opening, APPA will also offer four-hour intensive sessions on Sunday, January 24, 2027. These extended sessions allow participants to explore selected topics in greater depth and build practical skills in a focused learning environment.
APPA’s Winter 2027 Virtual Training Institute* is a fully on-demand learning experience, available January 19–February 19, 2027. The virtual program is being developed specifically for online learning and will feature newly developed virtual sessions alongside a curated collection of standout programming from APPA’s past training institutes and programs.
*The virtual experience does not include livestreams or recordings of sessions taking place onsite in New Orleans.
What IN-PERSON attendees receive:
- Access to 80+ accredited workshops covering pretrial, probation, and parole practices
- Featured plenary sessions and special programming
- Opportunity to register for four-hour intensive sessions on Sunday*
- Accredited learning opportunities with APPA contact hours and downloadable certificates
- Structured networking and opportunities to connect with professionals from across the field
- Optional tours and community service opportunities in New Orleans
- Full access to the Expo Hall, featuring products, services, and resources for community supervision
- Full access to APPA’s on-demand virtual training institute program through the event app
*Intensive sessions may require separate registration or an additional fee.
What VIRTUAL attendees receive:
- A newly developed lineup of on-demand virtual workshops
- A curated collection of standout sessions from previous APPA training institutes and programs
- Accredited learning opportunities with APPA contact hours and downloadable certificates
- Access to the Annie E. Casey Foundation Juvenile Justice e-learning suite
- Additional digital learning, including e-learning modules and other specialized resources
- Virtual exhibitor information and resources
- Access through the event app, including opportunities to message fellow attendees and share photos
- A flexible, economical training option that allows individuals and agencies to learn on their own schedules
Whether you join us in New Orleans or participate virtually, APPA provides practical, accredited learning designed to strengthen the work of community supervision professionals.
*To register by Email, Mail, or Fax, download registration form. (Required for PO Payments)
Women’s Empowerment Training Track
The Women’s Empowerment Training Track is designed specifically for female community supervision professionals seeking to strengthen their confidence, voice, influence, and resilience. Through interactive discussions, self-reflection, and realistic workplace scenarios, participants will gain practical strategies for navigating workplace challenges, building stronger relationships, and responding effectively to microaggressions while exploring the difference between intent and impact and practicing the PAUSE model to constructively address difficult interactions. Participants will also learn to own their power and agency through the framework of Protect, Preserve, Practice, and Persist by identifying what is within their control, protecting their energy and purpose, practicing self-compassion and accountability, and using their voice and choices with intention. The Power of Presence component focuses on transforming competence into visibility, influence, and leadership; providing strategies for strengthening leadership presence; navigating organizational dynamics; building professional networks and sponsorship; and communicating with confidence. Participants will leave with practical tools to navigate challenges, strengthen resilience, and make a meaningful impact in both their professional and personal lives.
The Women Empowerment Track inspires women to move beyond simply having a seat at the table—to maximizing their presence, shaping conversations, and creating opportunities to lead within community corrections. Come to New Orleans to participate in one or all three of these sessions. Note: Limited seating will be on a first come, first serve basis.
First Time Attendees Networking Event
Sunday, January 24 | 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
New to APPA training institutes or APPA in general? You are in good company at the First-Time Attendees Networking Event. Connect with other first-time attendees, learn more about APPA, and engage in a relaxed environment.
HEALTHY WALKING CHALLENGES
Monday, January 25 & Tuesday, January 26
Step Up, Get Moving & Feel Your Best!
Grab a friend and step into the Healthy Walking Challenge during non-training institute hours on Monday and Tuesday in New Orleans! It’s time to hit your stride, get moving, and invest in your health—one step at a time. Walking is a simple, powerful way to strengthen your body and boost your overall well-being. It can help:
- 🔥 Maintain a healthy weight by burning calories and toning and strengthening muscles
- 🧡 Improve cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness
- 🫀 Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke
- 💪 Support management of hypertension, high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes
- 🦴 Build stronger bones and improve balance
🚶 Your Challenge: Walk 1 Mile in 30 Minutes!
Step up. Move more. Feel stronger. Let’s get walking!
Instructions:
- Challenges will take place on:
- Monday, January 25th at 6:30 am
- Tuesday, January 26th at 6:30 am
- Fifteen minutes prior to start time, meet APPA’s Project Coordinator, Delores Johnson, at the Local Host Table to pick up the walking route instructions.
- Use your electronic device to monitor your distance and time.
- Within 45 minutes of the start time, return to the Local Host Table to verify your accomplishment and claim your achievement medal.
Cancellation Policy
- In-Person: A full refund, less a $50 processing fee, is available until December 15, 2026. No refunds will be issued after December 15, 2026. To receive a refund, written requests must be sent to the APPA training institute, in care of The Council of State Governments, 1776 Avenue of the States, Lexington, KY 40511, or by emailed to Corrie Ash. All requests for refunds must be postmarked or emailed by December 15, 2026. Registrants with an outstanding balance as of this date are still responsible for payment in full. Registrants with any outstanding invoices or unpaid balances must remit full payment prior to check-in; failure to do so will result in denial of entry to the training institute. Substitutions may be made at no additional charge.
- Virtual: Due to the cost of the virtual training institute platform, no refunds will be issued.
- Exhibitors: For booths cancelled in writing by December 1, 2026, 50% of the full payment may be refunded. After Decemner 1, 2026, no refunds will be issued, and previously paid amounts will not be applied to any future APPA exhibit shows or other marketing opportunities. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email to: Darlene Webb, APPA's Director of Operations.
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Special thanks go to our Corporate Members!