NAGARA's Professional Development & Upcoming Events

NAGARA delivers year-round learning and networking opportunities designed to educate, connect, and inspire the government archives and records community. From the in-person Annual Conference (our flagship event bringing together hundreds of professionals each summer) to our virtual Webinar Series, Sponsor Solution Series, and Online Forums, NAGARA offers accessible, high-quality programs that meet you where you are and help advance your professional growth.

Below you'll find a comprehensive list of NAGARA events currently open for registration. New opportunities are added to the calendar regularly, so check back often to see what's coming next!

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(WEBINAR) Leading AI Readiness: Essential Skills for Records and Information Professionals
In this webinar, participants will explore the essential skills records and information professionals need to lead AI readiness and governance efforts, build AI literacy, communicate strategic value, and support responsible AI adoption... (READ MORE)

When: August 6, 2026
(WEBINAR) Digital Evidence Management and Ensuring the Timeliness for Prosecution Purposes
In this webinar, attendees will explore best practices for managing and delivering digital evidence to ensure timely prosecution, including workflows, policies, vendor platforms, and interagency coordination to improve efficiency, compliance, and turnaround times... (READ MORE)

When: August 11, 2026
(SPONSOR SOLUTION) AI Readiness, Risk, and Governance: A Practical Framework for RIM Professionals
In this presentation, attendees will be introduced to a practical AI assessment methodology designed to help organizations evaluate their preparedness across key areas including governance, data management, policy, compliance, workforce capabilities, and operational oversight... (READ MORE)

When: August 20, 2026
(SPONSOR SOLUTION) From Documents to Data: Modernizing Government Records Management with AI and Intelligent Document...
In this presentation, attendees will be introduced to how AI powered Intelligent Document Processing goes beyond traditional OCR to classify records, extract metadata, identify document types, and improve searchability, helping government agencies reduce manual effort, accelerate digitization, and strengthen compliance and governance... (READ MORE)

When: September 17, 2026
(ONLINE FORUM) 2026 Fall Online Forum: Ghouls, Goblins, and Governance: Mastering the Horrors of Information Management
Save the date for NAGARA's 2026 Fall Online Forum, "Ghouls, Goblins, and Governance," Friday, October 30. This virtual event tackles records retention, AI governance, and lifecycle management. Sponsored by CivicPlus and KnowledgeLake. Registration opening soon.

When: October 30, 2026