Check out the 1999 NDC Highlights page for more details. The International Police Association is one of the most unique and interesting social organizations in the world. The IPA strives to enhance the image of the Police in its member countries, and to facilitate international cooperation through friendly contacts between police officers of all continents. Membership now includes 276,668 officers in 61 nations and is steadily rising. Membership is open to any serving or retired Police Officer meeting the requirements as set out in the US Section Bylaws.
Membership is offered regardless of rank, race, sex, color or creed.
Please explore the links below and consider membership into our organization. Twenty Bucks Buys the World. Southern Illinois New Region 57 Region 57 which was part of Region 8 was formed at the September 1999 NDC Conference in St. Louis. Most Illinois residents view Illinois as three areas, North, Central and Southern. When reviewing the IPA region map, the same divisions presently occur, however the southern area is actually part of Region 8.