The IHIA, FBI, New Orleans Police Department, and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office will present the 2026 Annual Training Symposium, August 9-13, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
This 32nd Symposium will be held at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District, located across from the Convention Center.
This symposium is intended for law enforcement personnel, prosecutors, crime analysts, crime scene personnel, and those working directly with law enforcement. If you have any questions on whether you are eligible to attend, please contact us at ihia@ihia.org
For Medical Examiners and Coroners, the IHIA is seeking AMBDI continuing education credits and it's pending approval.
IHIA Member Rate - $580
Non-Member Rate - $635
(includes one-year membership, valued at $55)
Group Rate Special - Buy 4, Get 1 Free
(Email ihia@ihia.org to facilitate this promotion)
Need a sample attendance justification letter for approval?
Click here: Justification Letter
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Exhibitor Prospectus
Contact the IHIA Event Planner, Jennifer Thornton, at jennifer@ihia.org
Symposium Flyer
Presentation Lineup
Symposium Schedule (at a glance)
Sunday, August 9 - 4:00PM - 7:00PM (Welcome Reception & Early Check-In)
Monday, August 10 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Opening Ceremonies & Presentations)
Tuesday, August 11 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)
Wednesday, August 12 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)
Thursday, August 13 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)
Lodging
New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
859 Convention Center Blvd.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Phone: (504) 613-2888
Lodging Rates: Government Per Diem rate of $133 per night, plus 16.20% (current tax rate) per room, per night.
Please note: Our room block at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District is nearing capacity. We encourage attendees to book lodging as soon as possible. Overflow accommodations are available at the Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center.
Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center
881 Convention Center Blvd.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Phone: (866) 245-3690
Lodging Rates: Government Per Diem rate of $133 per night, plus 16.20% (current tax rate) per room, per night.
The IHIA is now accepting a limited number of case submissions for consultation with the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU), offering selected participants the chance to have experts review their case in advance and discuss it in person while attending the Symposium.
If you are currently working a complex or unusual case that could benefit from behavioral analysis or additional perspective, this is a unique opportunity to gain meaningful, case-specific insight. Please note that not all cases are suitable for BAU consultation. Submissions should have a strong behavioral component.
What to know:
Submissions must be received by July 1, 2026
Cases will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis by BAU.
Availability is very limited
Selected participants will meet with BAU experts in person at the Symposium
At this time, the FBI are only accepting cases with adult victims.
This is not a general session or lecture, this is focused, one-on-one engagement designed to help move your case forward.
If you have a case in mind, we strongly encourage you to submit early to be considered.
For consideration, requirements, or additional questions, please contact: IHIA FBI Liaison, Major Case Specialist Kevin Hagan or IHIA Secretary, Crime Analyst Nathan Graham
Please review the IHIA Cancellation Policy
IHIA Cancellation Policy
Questions? Contact us at ihia@ihia.org
