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With a new administration and new Congress taking office in January, the 2017 edition of 9-1-1 Goes to Washington (Feb 26 - March 1) offers you a unique opportunity to make public safety a priority for our elected and appointed officials. GTW is an interactive forum where you learn about and discuss national 9-1-1 issues and advance those issues on Capitol Hill. This dynamic, hands-on program provides you with increased knowledge of 9-1-1 and homeland security legislative and regulatory topics, as well as critical information on the federal government process and how to work with federal policy makers. It is vital, now more than ever, that 9-1-1 professionals become active participants in the governmental process to advance the goals of our profession and industry. Top Five Reasons to Attend
Congratulations to the 59 9-1-1 professionals who passed the fall 2016 ENP exam and are now certified Emergency Number Professionals! Well done! For more information on how you too can achieve this prestigious professional designation, visit the ENP webpage.
You should have recently received an email from NENA with a link to your 2017 NENA dues notice. Help NENA go green and save a stamp by choosing to pay online by check or credit card. If this is not an option for you or your agency, the email also contained a link allowing you to print out a copy of your invoice for local processing. Instantly renew your membership online in just a few easy steps:
In appreciation of your continued support, when you renew online by credit card before December 31, 2016, you will receive free access to an upcoming NENA webinar of your choice or $50 off an annual subscription to our #WebinarWednesday program! We look forward to sharing many new and exciting member benefits with you in the coming year!Enjoy perks and savings on the latest Dell products and select electronics and accessories. NENA members can receive member only pricing on all personal PCs from Dell, including:
Click here for more information. The leaves are falling from the trees outside NENA HQ and soon it'll be time to break out the gloves and ice scrapers. Stay comfy, warm, and stylish this winter with our great "9-1-1 Public Safety" scarf! It's a great way to show your professional pride no matter what Mother Nature throws at you. It's on sale for just $15 - that's more than 33% off - until November 18.
Click here to get yours today and here to check out the rest of the NENA store!
Training Update
11.14-18.16 | Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP) | Alexandria, VA | Register View the NENA Education Calendar to see additional upcoming classes! Association Business
NENA is pleased to open the nominations process for our 2017-2018 Executive Board election! This election will be for the following positions:
All nominees must be current members in good standing for at least three years; have been employed for at least three years in 9-1-1; be certified Emergency Number Professionals (ENPs); and meet the minimum threshold of membership, leadership, and certification requirements as outlined in the Nomination Form. Nominees for the position of Region Director must reside in the region they wish to represent. Click here to download a .zip file of documents and resources that includes:
Click here to fill out your board nomination form online. A paper form is available in the .zip file of documents and resources. The nomination deadline is March 15, 2017. Contact Nominating Committee Chair Christy Williams or Member Services Director Bri Robinson with any questions about the nomination process, eligibility requirements, or general election details. Document Announcements
NENA Non-Mobile Wireless Service Interaction Information Document, NENA‑INF‑ 018.1-201X (DRAFT) is available for Public Review and Comment. The evolving and ongoing transition of wireless connectivity continues to increase the current number of non‑mobile wireless type 9‑1‑1 calling scenarios that may be more commonly presented as 9‑1‑1 emergency calls to PSAPs. This document seeks to provide basic background information on these increasingly more common non‑mobile 9‑1‑1 calling-type scenarios and point out near‑term considerations that may appropriately fit for these scenarios. See the full document and its Executive Summary for further details. Click here for instructions on how to submit your comments. All comments are due by midnight Eastern on November 14, 2016. Contact the NENA Committee Resource Manager with any questions or concerns. Featured Job Openings
911 Dispatcher l Garfield County Emergency Communications Authority l Rifle, CO Director l Bureau of Emergency Communications l Portland, OR Deputy Director l North Texas Emergency Communications Center l Keller, TX Solutions Manager for Emergency Services Offerings l Atos l Boca Raton, FL
Member Spotlight
This special feature highlights NENA members from various backgrounds, industry segments, experiences, and geographic locations. It offers members an opportunity to share their stories with their colleagues and the greater NENA community. Email NENA Member Services Director Bri Robinson if we should feature you or someone you know. NENA: Tell us a little bit about who you are, where you’re from, what you do, and your history with NENA....
NENA: What is your guilty pleasure? What can you not live without?
NENA: Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
Click here to read the rest of our interview with Andie...
Telecommunicator Corner
Calling all telecommunicators! Are you in need of expert advice? Well, the Telecommunicator Caucus has developed a place for you to get answers from those who have been there! From how to get that promotion to how to deal with the coworker who leaves old food in the shared fridge, Goldie is here to answer all your questions big or small! Just send your questions to deargoldie@nena.org and Goldie and her network of experts will get you the advice you need. The best questions and answers will be posted – anonymously – to the Dear Goldie Blog that’ll be launching soon. Stay tuned for an announcement on that shortly! The Fine Print: This advice column is for informative and entertainment purposes only. The advice is based on research and personal experience only and should not be considered legal advice. Specific legal questions should be directed to your local legal counsel. |
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