PURPOSE

A. To encourage the exchange of ideas and information within the field of crisis negotiation and intervention.

B. To encourage friendship and cooperation among members of the Association.

C. To stimulate and assist research and the development of new methods and techniques within the field of crisis negotiation.

D. To encourage and provide opportunities for participation in professional development among members and/or those interested in crisis negotiation and intervention.

E. To encourage a high level of professionalism among crisis negotiators.

F. To provide a mechanism to actively participate in upgrading and improving the criminal justice system in Tennessee and from within the system and for the public at large.

G. To establish a professional code of ethics.