Homeland Security Conference

The National Homeland Security Association is partnering with Louisville, Kentucky to host the 19th annual National Homeland Security Conference, Aug 10 - Aug 13, 2026. The event will be taking place in the heart of Louisville at the Kentucky International Convention Center, located at 221 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202.

This year's selected topics will focus on a range of emerging and critical topics important to all levels of responders in the homeland security, public health, LE, Fire/EMS and emergency management fields. Breakout tracks include the following: Active Shooter; Artificial Intelligence; Best Practices and Lessons Learned; Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive; Combating Violent Extremism; Community Preparedness and Resilience; Counterterrorism; Cybersecurity; Emergency Management; Emerging Technology; Enhancing Information and Intelligence Sharing; Fire Rescue/Emergency Medical Services; Grants & Program Management ; Mental Health; Planning; Protecting Soft Targets and Critical Infrastructure; Public Health and Medical; Training and Exercise; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); along with Sponsored Solutions from trusted industry partners!

In addition to multiple pre-conference opportunities, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy this year's Host Social Event where personable networking prospects abound. Info for the host social can be found on our website!

Many more relevant Exhibitor Informational and Demonstration Sessions will occur! For more information visit https://www.nationalhomelandsecurity.org