2026 ACA 156th Congress of Correction Pittsburgh_Planning Guide

Welcome to Pittsburgh

Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Pittsburgh at the 156 th Congress of Correction, where education, networking, and inspiration come together! Known as the City of Bridges, Pittsburgh sits at the meeting point of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers — an inspiring backdrop for a conference built around unity, innovation, and advancing corrections. Between sessions, explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods and attractions, from the historic Duquesne Incline with sweeping skyline views to the lively Strip District packed with dining, shopping, and local flavor. Art and culture enthusiasts can wander the world-class Carnegie Museum of Art or Carnegie Museum of Natural History, while sports fans can cheer at PNC Park. Stroll along the riverfront at Point State Park, discover craft breweries, or savor innovative local cuisine. Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and be part of the energy — register now and join corrections professionals from around the world for an experience you won’t forget!

Who Should Attend?

■ Academia ■ Administrators ■ Administrative Assistants ■ Administrative Support Staff

■ Food Service Managers ■ Human Resources/Personnel Managers ■ Inmate Services Practitioners ■ IT Personnel ■ Jail Professionals ■ Laundry Service Personnel ■ Law Enforcement Agents ■ Military Personnel ■ Offender Program Managers and Providers ■ Probation and Parole Professionals

■ Architects ■ Chaplains ■ Community Corrections Professionals ■ Correctional Consultants ■ Correctional Executives ■ Correctional Health Care Public Health/ Public Health Care Providers ■ Correctional Health Professionals ■ Correctional Managers ■ Correctional Officers ■ Court Officers ■ Drug Abuse Treatment Managers ■ Educators and Students in Criminal Justice, Health Care and Behavioral Health Industries ■ Facility Maintenance Personnel

■ Public Health Professionals ■ Public Transaction Specialists ■ Purchasing Agents ■ Religious Program Coordinators ■ Security Personnel ■ Training Managers/Specialists ■ Treatment Personnel ■ U.S. Federal Agencies ■ Vocational Trainers and Educators

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