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Membership Options
INDIVIDUAL PROFESSIONAL
Annual Dues: $45 | Lifetime Dues: $450 | Lifetime Emeritus (granted by board): $0
Benefits of NPJS Individual Membership
Professional Development & Career Advancement
- Discounted fee to attend National Symposium on Juvenile Services or other NPJS training events
- Access to publications, research, and professional resources
- Job postings when agencies ask NPJS to circulate openings
- Opportunity to join the NPJS Consultant Institute (pending submission of required documentation & review/approval)
National Professional Network
- Networking opportunity with other professionals from across the United StatesServe on NPJS Committees
- Connections to professional networks across multiple juvenile justice disciplines
- Invitations to participate in NPJS Discipline Group meetings
- Subscription to the monthly NPJS newsletter
Influence on the Field
- Invitation to participate in position statement development that drives national policy
- Access to the only national membership organization whose sole focus is on juvenile justice services
Leadership Opportunities
- Eligibility to serve on Standing Committees and other organizational leadership roles
- Eligibility to hold elected office on NPJS Board of Directors
- Voting privileges in NPJS elections
Professional Visibility
- Opportunity to submit an article to the monthly NPJS newsletter
DUAL PROFSSIONAL with CJJA
Annual Dues: $95
Benefits of Dual Membership
- All of the Individual Member benefits listed above plus a professional membership to the Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators (CJJA)
- Visit CJJA website to learn of the additional CJJA benefits
AGENCY MEMBERSHIP
Simple. Scalable. Built for Impact.
Agency Membership is structured to support agencies of all sizes with options that bundle professional development and Symposium participation. There are two membership categories (Supporting and Premier) with tiers based on agency size. See details below.
Choose Your Tier
Tier Agency Size Supporting Member Premier Member
Tier 1 1 facility or up to 40 staff $400 $1,800
Tier 2 2-3 facilities or 41-100 staff $800 $3,000
Tier 3 4-8 facilities or 101-250 staff $1,200 $5,500
Tier 4 9+ facilities or 251+ staff $1,600 $10,000
Benefits of a Supporting Agency Membership
Supporting Member Benefits support both the agency and the professional development of its staff. The specific benefits are:
Staff Membership & Professional Engagement
- Agency leader will be appointed to an Agency Advisory Committee, which reports to the NPJS Board.
- All agency staff enrolled at the time of membership payment will be recognized as NPJS Individual Members* and have access to those member benefits with the exception of annual board seat elections. During NPJS elections, the Agency will be granted one vote.
- Agency staff become part of a national network of juvenile justice professionals, creating opportunities for learning, collaboration, and sharing of best practices.
- Participation in national policy discussions.
- Access to research, benchmarking, and best practices.
- Invitations to monthly Discipline Group meetings.
- Eligibility to serve on Standing and Ad Hoc Committees.
- Agency recognition as a Standard Member Agency.
Training & Professional Development Opportunities
- Priority consideration to host NPJS training events within the agency’s region.
- Eligibility for complimentary registrations and reduced registration rates for agency staff when hosting NPJS onsite training events.
Workforce Recruitment Support
- Opportunity to share job postings through NPJS’ national distribution list and social media channels. NPJS staff will manage the distribution of agency-provided job announcements to maximize reach across the professional network.
ADD-ON OPTION Staff Recruitment: NPJS, in collaboration with Ascend Career Services, is piloting a hybrid staff recruitment program, where NPJS Facility/Agency/Organization members will receive a 5% discount. For a one-time cost of $4,750 per job position being recruited, you will have the benefit of Ascend's unique hybrid system, which combines AI-generated candidate sourcing with personalized outreach and pre-screening support. See more details HERE. If you would like to access this service, you can bundle it with your membership dues payment for easier processing. The entire fee will be invoiced to you. To add this option to your membership package or to ask additional questions, please contact NPJS Membership Coordinator, Cristy Malott (cristy.malott@npjs.org).
Benefits of a
Premier Agency Membership
- All Supporting Membership benefits (see above) PLUS...
- Leadership engagement opportunities designed to support new, emerging, and seasoned leaders - through NPJS discipline groups, national convenings, personalized mentoring - while connecting them to a strong network of leaders across professional organizations and higher education.
- Discounted legal consultation through Buchanan, Ingersoll, and Rooney, including one complimentary hour of legal services.
- A 10% discount on Ascend Career Services, a job candidate sourcing and pre-screening process (see details below).
- Opportunity to participate in the “Agency Spotlight” video series. (Member Agency has the opportunity to self-produce a 2-3 minute video that may focus on program impact, staff, or innovation and NPJS will post on its website and promote via social media.)
- Invitation to annual Synergy meeting of agency leadership to discuss critical issues and to network with colleagues at the annual National Symposium on Juvenile Services.
- Recognition as a Premier Member Agency on NPJS website and at the annual National Symposium on Juvenile Services
- Complimentary registrations and travel stipends* to the annual National Symposium on Juvenile Services and/or National Juvenile Justice Leadership Institute based on your membership tier:
o Tier 1: 2 comp registrations and 2 travel stipends ($500/person)
o Tier 2: 3 comp registrations and 3 travel stipends ($500/person)
o Tier 3: 5 comp registrations and 5 travel stipends ($600/person)
o Tier 4: 8 comp registrations and 8 travel stipends ($700/person)
- Invitations to agency leaders to attend the annual Executive Leadership Dinner held during the National Symposium (individuals must be registered for and attending the Symposium).
- Eligible for Supplemental Travel Scholarships ($300-500 max) to attend the National Symposium on Juvenile Services. A limited pool (10-15) of travel scholarships will be available to Premier Members on first-come, first-served basis.
- Discounted Rate for the virtual NPJS Leadership Mentor program (being developed)
* Premier Membership is designed to significantly reduce the cost of Symposium participation by bundling registration and providing travel support. While not all costs are fully covered, this model makes attendance more accessible and predictable for agencies.
* Regardless of category, the Member Agency must provide spreadsheet with individual names and contact details in order for their staff to be added to the membership database.
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
Corporate membership allows private sector partners to support the field while gaining visibility.
Category Dues
Supporting Partner $1,750
Premier Partner $4,500
Benefits for a
Supporting Corporate Membership
Visibility Within the NPJS Community
- Linked Corporate Logo: Your organization’s logo will be featured on the NPJS Corporate Partner webpage and linked to your company website. Corporate partners may also be recognized in NPJS e-newsletters.
- Newsletter Sponsorship: Sponsor one NPJS electronic newsletter during your membership cycle. Your company name will be highlighted at the top of the newsletter distributed to NPJS professional and community members.
- Corporate Spotlight Article: During the month your organization sponsors the newsletter, your company will receive a featured spotlight section including a short article describing your services and value to the field, along with contact information and a link to your website.
Targeted Marketing
- Annual Marketing Email: One dedicated marketing email distributed annually to NPJS members.
Conference & Event Participation
- Exhibitor Discount: Discounted exhibitor registration fee for the NPJS National Symposium on Juvenile Services and other NPJS events where exhibitors are present.
- Event Presentation Priority: Priority consideration to facilitate a workshop session at the NPJS National Symposium on Juvenile Services.
- Staff Membership & Professional Engagement
- Corporate membership includes five individual NPJS memberships, allowing your staff to participate directly in the NPJS professional community. Details of Individual Member Benefits can be seen in that category above.
Benefits for Premier Corporate Membership
Includes all NPJS Supporting Corporate Member benefits, plus the following enhanced partnership opportunities:
Direct Engagement with the NPJS Community
- Virtual Lunch & Learn Presentation
- One sponsored Lunch & Learn session promoted to all NPJS members and advertised through NPJS social media channels,
- Hosted on the NPJS virtual platform,
- Presented live and recorded,
- Recording available on the NPJS website for one year,
Targeted Marketing & Promotion
- Quarterly Marketing Email
- One email per quarter distributed to the NPJS contact list, including members and broader juvenile justice professionals in the NPJS distribution network.
Social Media Promotion
- Quarterly social media posts highlighting your organization, services, or initiatives.
Conference & Event Participation
- National Symposium Exhibitor Fee Waived
- Exhibitor booth fee waived for the NPJS National Symposium on Juvenile Services.
- NPJS Event Exhibitor Fees Waived
- Exhibitor fees waived for all NPJS live events, such as the Technology Forum, Leadership Training, and other NPJS-hosted events.
- Symposium Participant List
- Receive the annual National Symposium participant list, even if your organization does not exhibit at the conference.
Leadership Access & Strategic Networking
- NPJS Board Presentation
- Opportunity to provide a 15-minute presentation during a meeting of the NPJS Board of Directors.
- Executive Leadership Networking
- Invitation to a private executive leadership networking dinner held during the annual National Symposium.
Student Membership
Annual Dues: $20 (Must be enrolled in an Institution of Higher Learning)
Member Benefits
- Participate on NPJS Committees
- Participate in position statement development that drives national policy
- Discounted fee to attend National Symposium on Juvenile Services or other NPJS training events
- Networking opportunity with professionals from across the United States
- Involved with the only national membership organization whose sole focus is on juvenile justice services
- Will receive job postings when agencies ask NPJS to circulate openings
- Access to a network of professionals, who are willing to provide insight and guidance
Organizational Membership
For non-profit and university partners to encourage research and advocacy collaboration.
Annual Dues: $500
(For nonprofit or university partners, includes benefits for 20 staff and/or students.)
*Institutions must provide the staff and/or student names, field of study, and email addresses for each student being enrolled as a part of this membership payment.
Organization Member Benefits
Benefits of this category support the staff, faculty, and students of non-profit organizations and universities through advocacy and learning opportunities.
Staff Membership & Professional Engagement
- All organization staff enrolled at time of membership payment will be recognized as NPJS Individual Members* and have access to those member benefits with the exception of annual board seat elections. During NPJS elections, the Organization will be granted one vote.
- Agency staff become part of a national network of juvenile justice professionals, creating opportunities for learning, collaboration, and sharing of best practices.
- Participation in national policy discussions.
- Access to research, benchmarking, and best practices.
Training & Professional Development Opportunities
- Priority consideration to host NPJS training events within the agency’s region.
- Eligibility for complimentary registrations and reduced registration rates for agency staff when hosting NPJS onsite training events.
- Leadership engagement opportunities designed to support new, emerging, and seasoned leaders—through NPJS discipline groups, national convenings, and personalized mentoring—while connecting them to a strong network of leaders across professional organizations and higher education.
Workforce Recruitment Support
- Opportunity to share job postings through NPJS’ national distribution list and social media channels. NPJS staff will manage the distribution of agency-provided job announcements to maximize reach across the professional network.
Lived Experience
- I am requesting a complimentary one-year membership to support advocacy efforts, during which time I will be actively engaged with NPJS activities, meetings, and events as a person with Lived Experience with the juvenile justice system.
- I have personal (beyond professional or educational) experience that gives me insights that I would like to share to inform and improve systems, research, policies, practices, and programs.
- I am either: A youth between 17 and 26 years of age, have been juvenile justice involved (e.g., arrested, detained, confined, or on probation),
OR A family member with a relationship to a youth who has been juvenile justice involved within the last 5 years.
- I am willing to be interviewed as part of the process to confirm my complimentary membership.
My job is important. We have a high calling, a sacred responsibility, and important task: To redeem the unredeemable and make the community, the public, and society a better place in the process. I take my job seriously. It is a profession. No matter how much I know, profess to know, or have experienced, there is much more to learn. I must continually expand my knowledge and skills within this profession in order to meet the challenges and needs of troubled youth, beleaguered staff, and highly stressed institutions. The value of a professional association is that it provides strength and support to me in all these areas. It surrounds me with other kindred spirits, who are caring and sympathetic to my struggle, who support and encourage my efforts, who comfort and correct my failures, and who rejoice greatly in those all-too infrequent times of success. I am a part of good things that happened before me in this profession; I am a contributor to the good things that are currently happening in this profession; and I am preparing the way for others to do good things in the future. I derive no satisfaction in the growth and preservation of my profession by maintaining only an active role in my institution, my local unit of government, or my “ivory tower.” Likewise, saying I am a professional does not make me one; acting in a professional manner moves me closer to that goal; but membership in a professional association helps fulfill my professional aspirations.