Your voice matters. Your leadership matters even more.

NAAWS strengthens the influence, connection, and professional standing of wardens and correctional leaders across North America.

Why Join NAAWS

WHAT WE DO

When correctional leaders come together, their collective experience becomes a powerful force for improving safety, operations, and staff wellbeing. NAAWS gives wardens, superintendents, and administrators a national platform to share solutions, shape conversations, and support one another.

Membership helps you:

Strengthen your voice and influence within the field
Connect with fellow wardens and superintendents across the U.S. and Canada
Access trusted mentoring and peer support
Receive reduced rates for the Annual Training Conference
Stay updated on programs, training, awards, and job opportunities

Who Can Join

Wardens & Superintendents

Leaders responsible for overseeing facility operations, staff performance, and culture. Membership strengthens your voice and expands your professional network.

Jail Administrators & Local Facility Leaders

Leaders responsible for overseeing facility operations, staff performance, and culture. Membership strengthens your voice and expands your professional network.

Corrections Professionals & Emerging Leaders

Deputy wardens, assistants, supervisors, program leads, and anyone building a long-term career in corrections leadership.

Retired Professionals & Supporters

Retired wardens and industry supporters committed to mentoring the next generation and advancing the profession.

NAAWS Membership Form

Membership Dues for New and Renewing Members
1 year – $50 US // 2 year – $90 US // 3 year – $120 US

Membership

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Contact Information

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Professional Information

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Who is paying this membership fee?

Email address of the person making payment (if different from yours)

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By submitting this application, I certify that the information provided is accurate. Membership becomes active upon receipt of payment and approval by NAAWS.

I agree to receive membership-related communications from NAAWS, including receipts, renewal reminders, conference announcements, newsletters, election notices, and other official association updates. I understand that I may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time.

NAAWS respects your privacy and will not sell or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to process membership transactions or as required by law.

Please reach out to Sam Petty with any questions: spetty@naaws.online