California Association of Hostage Negotiators

The purpose of this organization shall be to: encourage an exchange of ideas and information within the field of Hostage negotiation, both technical and investigative; foster friendship and cooperation among various members of the Association; stimulate research and the development of new techniques within the field of Hostage negotiations; render financial support for worthy projects; compilation of statistical data of value in the field of Hostage negotiations; endeavor to provide education in the filed of Hostage negotiation as a phase of public safety;encourage a high level of professional competence among Negotiators; encourage the use of improved procedures and methods of negotiation; lend assistance whenever possible in formation of training programs; and abide by our code of ethics.