NCGIA upcoming events

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (26 May 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This 3-day course provides basic, entry-level training for those who are assigned to work with street gangs. Instruction on how to recognize and identify gang members and gang insignia; ways to develop sources of information about gang activities within the community; and multijurisdictional approaches to gang investigations.

Email/call Pete Bandstra to register:

Email: bandstrap@cravencc.edu

(252) 638-7353

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This 1-day course provides basic, entry-level training for those who are assigned to work with street gangs. Instruction on how to recognize and identify gang members and gang insignia; broad overview of national gangs with an emphasis on gangs known to operate in North Carolina. This class will instruct on gang colors, symbols, graffiti, and crimes.

To Register:

https://clevelandcc-register.fundfive.com/course/section/32902

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (22 Jun 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This 3-day course provides advanced gang training to street gang investigators, security threat group investigators, and intelligence analysts currently assigned to gang investigations who have two to four years of experiences in this field. Topics include -

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Email tfuss@cfcc.edu to register

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (6 Jul 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Email dh5747@wilsoncc.edu to register

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (9 Jul 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Email Darlene Hall at dh5747@wilsoncc.edu to register

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (14 Jul 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

To register: Cleveland Community College - Continuing Education Course Registration

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (27 Jul 2026)

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Email mcoan@spcc.edu to register.

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (30 Jul 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (3 Aug 2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Email/Call Pete Brandstra to register:

bandstrap@cravencc.edu

(252) 638-7353

ELETE SPONSORS ONLY 2026 Gangs & Violent Crime Training Symposium (31 Aug 2026)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Benton Convention Center

301 W 5th St. Winston Salem, NC 27010

Electricity is included in the price of your Sponsorship Ticket.

Set up begins Monday August 31st in the afternoon. ELETE Vendor Hall Open Tuesday and Wednesday (Sept 1st and 2nd)

Demo Day (31 Aug 2026)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

DEMO DAY

The live fire demonstration will feature a 2015 Chevy PPV Tahoe upfitted with Level IIIA ballistic windshield and door glass, showcasing real-world vehicle protection capabilities under fire. Attendees will observe multiple weapon systems—including 9mm, .45 ACP, 12 gauge 00 buck tactical loads, and .556 rifle rounds—engaged against the windshield to demonstrate ballistic resistance. The side glass will then be tested using 9mm and .45 ACP in a simulated ambush-style attack, replicating close-range threat conditions officers may encounter in the field. The demonstration will conclude with a critical look at return-fire capabilities, highlighting how officers can effectively engage threats from within the vehicle by firing through the same ballistic glass designed to provide protection, reinforcing both the strengths and practical limitations of armored vehicle systems in law enforcement operations.

Please bring your own Eye and Ear Protection to this event!

WAIVERS WILL BE SIGNED BY ALL ATTENDEES

2026 Gangs and Violent Crime Training Symposium (1 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This training is open to Criminal Justice Professionals ONLY. (Law Enforcement, Corrections, Probation, Juvenile Justice, Prosecutors, Judges, Military Personnel, and Intelligence Analysts).

The North Carolina Gang Investigators Association reserves the right to refuse membership and attendance to any person, group, entity, organization, etc.

The presentations will focus on fostering collaboration and cooperation within the criminal justice system. They will emphasize operational teamwork, shared decision-making, and effective communication among stakeholders to improve overall efficiency and outcomes.

North Carolina Association of Human Trafficking Investigators Symposium (3 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Pursuing Justice: Human Trafficking Investigations

This is the First Annual Training Symposium hosted by the North Carolina Association of Human Trafficking Investigators. This intensive training is designed specifically for law enforcement professionals seeking to strengthen their investigative response to human trafficking. Join fellow investigators from across North Carolina to sharpen your skills, build strategic partnerships, and enhance your agency’s ability to disrupt trafficking networks and pursue justice.

Email NCAHTIA@gmail.com with your questions

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

To register email: tfuss@cfcc.edu

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

To register: Cleveland Community College - Continuing Education Course Registration

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (28 Sep 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Email selawhorne@gtcc.edu to register.

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (19 Oct 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Email tfuss@cfcc.edu to register.

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (2 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Email mcoan@spcc.edu to register

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (7 Dec 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

INTELLIGENCE– the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators.

INVESTIGATIONS– traditional and non-traditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations.

SUPPRESSION STRATEGIES AND TACTICS– current trends and best practices in gang investigations.

Email selawhorne@gtcc.edu to register.

NCGIA upcoming events

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (26 May 2026)

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (10 Jun 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (22 Jun 2026)

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (6 Jul 2026)

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (9 Jul 2026)

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (14 Jul 2026)

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (27 Jul 2026)

Basic Street Gangs 101 Course (30 Jul 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (3 Aug 2026)

*ELETE SPONSORS ONLY* 2026 Gangs & Violent Crime Training Symposium (31 Aug 2026)

Demo Day (31 Aug 2026)

2026 Gangs and Violent Crime Training Symposium (1 Sep 2026)

North Carolina Association of Human Trafficking Investigators Symposium (3 Sep 2026)

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (14 Sep 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (15 Sep 2026)

Basic Street Gang Investigator Course (28 Sep 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (19 Oct 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (26 Oct 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (2 Dec 2026)

Advanced Street Gang Investigator Course (7 Dec 2026)

ELETE SPONSORS ONLY 2026 Gangs & Violent Crime Training Symposium (31 Aug 2026)