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2026-2027 Committees

AJA Committees

Committees That Move the Field Forward

Committees are the lifeblood of AJA. Through the work of our committees, AJA is able to establish standards, practices, training, and programs that advance jails across America.




Committees are appointed by the AJA President annually and meet several times per year. For a quick view of each committee charge and chair, select a committee below.

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Committee Charges

Awards Committee View Charge Bylaws Committee View Charge Communications & Digital Engagement View Charge Conference Evaluation Committee View Charge Conference Planning Committee View Charge Corrections Workforce & Culture Committee View Charge Council of Past Presidents View Charge Exhibitor Advisory Committee View Charge Fall Summit Committee View Charge Indian Country Jails Committee View Charge Jail Executive Institute Committee View Charge Jail Guidelines Committee View Charge Legislative Affairs Committee View Charge Membership Committee View Charge National Jail Leadership Command Academy Committee View Charge Nominating Committee View Charge Resolutions Committee View Charge Strategic Planning Committee View Charge Training & Professional Development Committee View Charge Veterans Affairs Committee View Charge