Benefits & Pricing
Join the Movement: NAPD Membership
Become part of a community of over 25,000 public defense professionals dedicated to justice, advocacy, and excellence.
Why Join NAPD?
Benefit | What You Get | Member Value |
Training | 40+ Free Webinars & MyGideon Resource Library | $2,000+ Included |
Networking | 100+ Virtual Meet-Ups & Online Communities | Priceless Connection |
Events | Deep discounts on 10+ Annual Conferences | Significant Savings |
Support | Solutions-Focused Committees & Community Mobilization | Critical Protection |
Advocacy | Position Statements, News, and Industry Updates | Stay Informed |
Member Benefits Breakdown
1. World-Class Training & Resources
Stay at the cutting edge of defense strategy without breaking your budget.
- Free Webinars: 40+ sessions annually covering emerging legal trends and skills.
- MyGideon Resource Library: Instant access to hundreds of recorded sessions and written materials.
- NAPD Academy: Exclusive member discounts on self-paced online courses.
2. A Community That Has Your Back
Public defense is hard work—you shouldn’t do it alone.
- Virtual Meet-Ups: Over 100 meetings annually, ranging from Wellbeing to Policy and Racial Justice.
- Identity & Mission Groups: Dedicated spaces for Investigators, Social Workers, DEIJ, and more.
- The Community: Access to real-time advice and a searchable Member Directory of 25,000+ peers nationwide.
3. National Conferences
Members receive priority notification, discounted pricing, and scholarship eligibility for our premier events, including:
- Rise. Resist. Represent. Virtual Conference
- Clarence Darrow/David Baldus Death Penalty College
- Leadership Institute
- We The Defenders
- And many more!
Exclusive Organizational Services
Available to member organizations looking to scale their infrastructure and impact.
In addition to full membership for your entire staff, organizations gain eligibility for:
- Directors Forum Access: Opportunities for leaders to network with peers across the country, a perk included with organizational membership.
- Job Board Listing: Use our platform as a recruitment tool free of charge.
- Bulk Pricing On Events: Enjoy additional savings when registering groups.
- Technical Assistance Projects: Access to expert-led consultancy, including office culture assessments, workload studies, and advocacy support tailored to your jurisdiction.
- Private Training Branches (Talent LMS): Host your office’s internal training and onboarding on a private, NAPD-supported branch of our Learning Management System.
- Custom Scoping: Pricing for these premium services is scoped based on organization size and the specific services requested.
Interested in upgrading your office? [Inquire about Organizational Projects]
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Individual & Student
- Individual Member: $50 / year
- Student Member: $0 (Free while enrolled in post-secondary education)
Organizational Membership
Unlock benefits for your entire team. Pricing based on total staff size.
Staff Size | Annual Dues |
1 – 5 | $100 |
6 – 10 | $200 |
11 – 20 | $400 |
21 – 50 | $750 |
51 – 100 | $1,500 |
101 – 150 | $2,250 |
151 – 225 | $3,500 |
226 – 500 | $5,000 |
501 – 750 | $6,500 |
751 – 1,000 | $8,500 |
1,001 – 1,500 | $10,000 |
1,501 – 2,000 | $11,000 |
2,000+ | Contact Us For Custom Pricing |
Specialized Sections
Enhance your membership by joining a dedicated practice section. Base membership is required.
- National Association of Federal Defenders (NAFD) | $25 Annually
Tailored for those practicing in the federal system. Access specialized listservs, federal-specific training, and a community navigating the unique complexities of federal court.
- Directors & Chiefs Section | $50 Annually
Designed for executive leadership. Gain access to the Directors Forum, exclusive peer networking, and resources focused on office management and systemic leadership.
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