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Webinars
Upcoming live webinars are listed below. For past recordings and materials are available in the Webinar Library
Certificates, CEUs, and recordings
IACA members are awarded CEUs for all webinars. Certificates of Attendance are available upon request. Recording availability varies by session and is determined by the instructor. If a session is recorded, it is typically added to the member webinar library after a 45-day delay unless otherwise noted.
Upcoming WebinarsSessions are listed in chronological order. Pinned Series English Wordly translation available
2026 Social Media & Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Webinar Series
This 12-part series covered social media platforms and OSINT techniques commonly used in law enforcement analysis, with sessions progressing from foundational context (history/psychology and deception via sock puppets) into platform-specific workflows (Facebook, Instagram/Threads, TikTok, Snapchat, fitness apps, and other services), then into OSINT methods and photo analysis. The series concluded with practical class exercises and a summary to reinforce documentation, defensibility, and real-world application.
Topics include: History & Psychology of Social Media; Sock Puppets & Facebook; Instagram & Threads; TikTok; CashApp, YouTube, & Other Platforms; Snapchat; Fitness Apps; OSINT; Photo Analysis
Price:
Members: $15 per session | Series pass @ 25% discount (pro-rated for remaining sessions - see registration form for current price) Non-members: $30 per session | Series pass @ 25% discount (pro-rated for remaining sessions - see registration form for current price) 2027 AI Miniseries
Date/Time: Quarterly, Second Wednesday of January, April, July, and October • 1300 hrs • US Eastern Time
Instructor: Dawn Reeby This 4-part series takes a practical approach to using AI in crime analysis. Participants will explore responsible AI use, develop more effective prompting techniques, design repeatable workflows, and learn how to integrate AI into their daily responsibilities. Each session builds on the previous one, helping analysts move from experimenting with AI to using it confidently, consistently, and effectively.
2027 AI Miniseries Sessions
JAN
13
AI Without the Guesswork: Work Smarter, Stay Safe
What can you put into AI—and when should you pause? We’ll tackle sensitive data, misleading results, and the checks analysts need to use AI confidently. Participants will leave with a practical framework for deciding when and how AI belongs in their work.
APR
14
Beyond Basic Prompts: Get AI to Understand the Assignment
Tired of generic answers that create more work? Learn how to give AI the context, direction, and feedback it needs to produce more useful results. We’ll turn vague requests into stronger prompts and practice spotting when an answer needs another round of refinement.
JUL
14
Take Your Most Annoying Task Off Repeat: Build an AI Workflow
Bring that recurring task you wish took less time! We’ll use a workflow-design exercise to explore where AI can help, build repeatable instructions, and identify the review points that keep you in control. The goal: less starting from scratch and more time for meaningful analysis.
OCT
13
Make AI Your Analytical Sidekick: Build a System That Sticks
You’ve tried AI. Now make it part of a workday that runs better. Explore how to organize reusable instructions, refine successful workflows, and build habits that turn occasional AI wins into consistent value—while keeping your analytical judgment at the center.
Price:
Members: $15 per session | Series pass $45 (25% discount) Non-members: $30 per session | Series pass $90 (25% discount) Gas Station Theory
Date/Time: December 1, 2026 • 1700 hrs • US Eastern Time
Instructor: Michele Kennedy Price: Free for all attendees Recording: This webinar will NOT be recorded. It is restricted to Law Enforcement employees only; attendees must register using an agency address. Discover how a simple, often overlooked investigative tactic can generate valuable leads and evidence in criminal investigations. In this webinar, Michele Kennedy, Crime Analysis Supervisor with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office in Colorado, introduces Gas Station Theory, the concept that offenders frequently visit nearby gas stations or convenience stores before and after crimes. Drawing on case studies, survey data, and digital evidence analysis, attendees will learn how gas station follow-ups can uncover surveillance video, suspect and vehicle identifiers, timelines, direction of travel, witnesses, and other critical evidence.
Looking for past webinars or series materials?
Recordings and supplemental materials are available to IACA members in the Webinar Library. A historical index of previous webinar series is also available.
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