St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands — The United States Virgin Islands will proudly host the 3rd Annual National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) International Training Summit, scheduled for June 3–5, 2026, at the Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef in St. Thomas.
As NOBLE celebrates its historic 50th Anniversary, this year’s international summit will be held under the theme:
“Justice Without Borders: Global Practices Protecting the Vulnerable”
The summit is expected to bring together law enforcement executives, policymakers, government officials, academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and public safety professionals from across the United States, the Caribbean, and the global diaspora to engage in meaningful dialogue surrounding public safety, leadership, justice reform, international collaboration, and the protection of vulnerable communities.
Hosted in collaboration with the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) and the Virgin Islands Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council, the conference will highlight the U.S. Virgin Islands as a growing center for international public safety leadership and professional development.
Commissioner Mario M. Brooks expressed his enthusiasm for the territory being selected to host the prestigious event.
“The Virgin Islands Police Department is honored to welcome the 3rd Annual NOBLE International Training Summit to the US Virgin Islands. We extend our sincere gratitude to NOBLE for the tremendous work and continued support they provide throughout the Caribbean region in advancing law enforcement professionalism, leadership, training, and community partnerships. This summit represents another important opportunity to strengthen collaboration, share knowledge, and further our collective commitment to public safety and service excellence especially to all of us here in the Caribbean region.”
The multi-day summit will feature specialized law enforcement training sessions, international panel discussions, leadership development opportunities, networking forums, and collaborative initiatives focused on strengthening public safety partnerships and advancing global best practices.
Officials say the summit represents a significant opportunity to strengthen partnerships between regional and international law enforcement agencies while also showcasing the culture, hospitality, and strategic importance of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
NOBLE, founded in 1976, is one of the nation’s leading organizations dedicated to justice, equity, leadership, and excellence in law enforcement. The organization continues to advocate for progressive policing practices and stronger community partnerships worldwide.
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