On Behalf of the NABNA National Board, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the Los Angeles NABNA Chapter for successfully hosting the 2006 Training Conference in Pasadena, CA. (July 16 thru July 23, 2006). Their theme "Together We Can Do Great Things; Combining Minds To Adapt and Overcome" was a reminder that we should pursue our goals collectively with a shared vision.

Due to the efforts of the Los Angeles Chapter, national corporate sponsorship opportunities were established with Blue Cross and Blue Shield with possible corporate sponsorship from Geico, Wright and Company, The Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA), and Wright and Company. The Los Angeles Chapter, led by their President Laverne Matthews, worked tirelessly and diligently in preparation for the conference. "They should be commended for a job well done."

Special thanks to the City of Pasadena, Drug Enforcement Administration, Sponsors, and hospitality provided by the NOBLE San Gabriel Valley Chapter during the entire conference.

The National Officers also take this opportunity to thank our members who travelled from afar to attend the conference, as we always appreciate your dedication and support.

Karl C. Colder

NABNA National President

The mission of NABNA is to provide law enforcement training at the collegiate and professional levels. NABNA is also an integral network for law enforcement officials throughout the United States and abroad to communicate, share investigative techniques, and experiences. More importantly, NABNA provides college scholarship awards, and community service to disadvantaged youth.

Past NABNA conferences were a success due to the generosity of our sponsors and supporters like you. We respectfully request that you consider donating goods, services, or monetary contributions towards the success of our scholarship fund and training conferences. In accordance with the Internal Revenue Service, any contribution will be tax deductible.

Sponsorship and donations can be made via the NABNA website "http://www .nabna.org/page6.html">NABNA Scholarship Fund

On Friday July 21, 2006, the 2006 Carroll R. Gibson Scholarship Recipients were announced during the Scholarship Awards Banquet. During the Banquet the audience was overwhelmed and enlightened by special guest speaker, actor, lecturer, and philanthropist, Wren Brown. For those in attendance, Wren Brown's message was brilliant and probably one of the best speeches received at a NABNA Conference. The following students of Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) were recipients of Carroll R. Gibson Scholarships:

Larosha D. Paul, South Carolina State University ($500)

Myeisha Nelson, Prairie View A&M University ($1000)

Samuel Kendre Robinson, Prairie View A&M University ($1000)

Marika Dawkins, Prairie View A&M University ($1000)

Pia Scott, South Carolina State University ($1000)

Lakeita Pendergrast, St. Augustine’s College ($1000)

In Addition, NABNA Vice President James H. Williams presented a 3,000.00 donation to the Carroll R. Gibson Scholarship Fund on behalf of Founder and Retired DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Gerald Chapman. Although Founder Chapman was not present, his donation was made on behalf of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and issued a challenge for other fraternities and sororities to contribute to the scholarship fund. Due to prior commitment Founder Chapman was unable to attend. NABNA President Karl Colder thanked Founder Chapman for his donation and encouraged every member to contribute to the scholarship fund.

This is a reminder that Annual National Dues is due January 1, 2007. The following revisions to the National dues structure was adopted during the 28th Annual NABNA Conference:

National dues for current financial members is $75.00 Non financial members must pay $125.00 for renewal. A $5.00 late fee will be assessed to current financial members who renew between February 1, 2007 and May 31, 2007)

A $10.00 reinstatement fee will be applied for non- financial status or dues remitted after May 31, 2007.

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The Carrol R. Gibson Scholarship Award program is merit based for students pursuing professional fields of study in Criminal Justice. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. The scholarship may be used at any institution to defray the cost of tuition, fees, supplies or room and board. The selection will be based on the following criteria:

1. Criminal Justice Major
2. 2.5 minimum grade point average
3. School and community involvement
4. Letter of recommendation from Criminal Justice Dept.
5. Full time student
6. Personal interview

An objective of NABNA is to provide college scholarship awards and serve as mentors to disadvantaged youth. Therefore, contributions to our scholarship fund is appreciated and tax deductible.

Candidates interested in applying for the upcoming school year may send correspondence to NABNA Scholarship Award Committee, Attn:

Katherine Brown; Post Office Box 857, Garrisonville, VA 22463-0857 or email us at nabna1@verizon.net

We also solicit your contributions to the Carroll R. Gibson Scholarship Fund. Contributions can be made via the NABNA website or sent to:

NABNA Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 7012 Metairie, LA 70010-7012 (Fed Tax ID #58-1388784)

On Wednesday July 19, 2006, Atlanta, GA Police Chief and NOBLE National President Richard Pennington served as the Keynote Speaker during the 2006 NABNA Training Conference luncheon. Chief Pennington stressed the importance of our obligation to support one another and to serve as role models within our communities.

During the 2006 Annual Training Conference, The Los Angeles Chapter recognized retired Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Marilyn J. Johns for her dedicated services to DEA from 1972 to 1989. Ms. Johns was the first African American female Special Agent of the DEA. As the first African American DEA Special Agent, she experienced many obstacles in her path, but through it all she persevered. During her acceptance, she continuously thanked and acknowledged other African American females who entered on duty with DEA after her for their support.

Also present during the conference were DEA Supervisory Special Agents Wilfred Garrett (Fort Lauderdale, FL), Eddie B. Hill (San Francisco, CA), William Johnson (Columbus, OH), James H. Williams (Miami, FL), and Special Agent Brenda Lamont (Los Angeles, CA).

Plans are in the making for our 30th Anniversary Annual Training Conference which will be held in Philadelphia, PA July 8th through July 14th, 2007. As part of the 30th Anniversary Training Conference we will recognize all retirees with a reception on the evening of Wednesday July 11th and panel discussions on Thursday July 12th. This will be an excellent opportunity for new and young Special Agents, Diversion Investigators, Intelligence Research Analysts, Administrative Support Personnel, et al to mingle and to share the experiences of our retirees throughout their careers. Please make plans to attend and be a part of History.

James H. Williams

NABNA National Vice President

DEA Special Agent Lenora Morris became the third recipient of the NABNA President's Award. The President's Award was established in 2004, by past NABNA President Ernest Howard. The award is presented to the to a NABNA member who has provided outstanding and dedicated service to the organization. S/A Morris served as NABNA's secretary, and currently a member at-large of the NABNA National Board due to her dedication and outstanding contributions to the growth of the organization. NABNA President Karl Colder referred to S/A Morris as "The Battery That keeps the National Board Rolling."

The President's award was presented to S/A Morris by President Colder and Adrian Williams, wife of the late Hollis Williams (2005 NABNA President's Award Recipient.)