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As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, we are deeply grateful for the generous support of those who participated in our Golden Celebration, their commitment to APPA’s mission has played an instrumental role in helping us reach this remarkable milestone. Thank you for being a vital part of this celebration!

Celebrate APPA's 50th Anniversary !

The American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) celebrates its 50th Anniversary, marking five decades of leadership and innovation in community supervision. Since it’s funding in 1975, APPA has been a driving force in advancing the field, providing essential training, resources, and advocacy for professionals dedicated to improving public safety and supporting rehabilitation. The 50th Anniversary is not just a milestone for the association, but a tribute to the thousands of people who have committed their careers to making a positive impact in communities across the nation.

Over the past five decades, APPA has grown into a leading national association dedicated to community supervision, probation, and parole. The anniversary is a momentous occasion to honor the progress and achievements of the association, as well as the professionals who have shaped the field. APPA serves as the field’s largest professional membership association, with over 2,000 members including individual, lifetime, agency, corporate, educational, student and library membership. Since APPA’s inception in 1975, APPA has championed evidence-based practices, advocated for effective policy reforms, and provided invaluable training to thousands of community supervision professionals.

Join us in celebrating 50 years of dedication, progress, and the enduring impact of APPA!

Our Commitment

  • Instilling Confidence in the community supervision industry.
  • Serving and Engaging the more than 90,000 community supervision professionals in America.
  • Providing a Safe Space for dialogue and resolution of the many issues facing the community supervision workforce in America, Canada and beyond.
  • Utilizing the Latest and Greatest Technology to deliver training and disseminate information.
  • Assisting in Professional Development of community supervision and supervision professionals.
  • Providing Networking Opportunities for students and professionals to share ideas and exchange information about what works in community supervision.
  • Offering Support and Resources to Jurisdictions who are training the best of industry professionals.
  • Working Continuously to Define Our Role in public policy and to expand our presence on both national and international levels.

Two Exciting Training Institutes

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Become A Member Today

Join the APPA today with our special offer for new individual members – get two memberships for just $50! This limited-time promotion is a fantastic opportunity to connect with community supervision professionals, access exclusive resources, and be part of a supportive network committed to excellence in the field. Sign up now and share the benefits with a colleague or friend while investing in your professional growth!

  • A $60 discount on training institute registration.
  • A 20% discount on Relias online training.
  • Access to exclusive communities within APPA Connect, our online forum.
  • 30-day early access to our peer-reviewed e-journal Perspectives, delivered straight to your inbox and available on APPA Connect.
  • Up to 60% off on travel, accommodation, events, shopping, and more with APPA's partners, Member Deals and Engine.
  • Opportunity to run for a board of directors or area representative position.
  • Opportunity to join APPA committees.
  • One vote in APPA elections.

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