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Investigative Genetic Genealogy for Indian Country
Monday, April 27, 2026 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM) (EDT)
Description
April 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm CDT
Join us for an informative session providing a comprehensive basic overview of the Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) process and its applications within Indian County Investigations. This presentation will explore the fundamental principles behind IGG, including how IGG can be responsibly and effectively used to assist in solving cases. Attendees will gain insight into the practical benefits and procedural steps involved in integrating IGG techniques into investigative cases specific to Indian Country. Whether you are new to this field or looking to enhance your understanding, this session will equip you with essential knowledge to leverage IGG as a valuable tool in your investigative efforts.
This training is restricted to federal, state, and Tribal prosecutors, law enforcement, evidence technicians, coroners, and medical examiners. There is no charge to attend this webinar. CLE will not be provided.
This training is a joint effort hosted by federal law enforcement agencies responding to violent crime in Indian Country. Sponsoring agencies include the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Indian Country Training Initiative, the United States Indian Police Academy, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Department of the Interior’s Office of Law Enforcement and Security’s Victim Assistance Program.
Registration is open!
If you have any questions, please contact Lamesha Bowman at Lamesha.Bowman@usdoj.gov, Deborah Thomas at Deborah.Thomas@usdoj.gov or Leslie A. Hagen at Leslie.hagen3@usdoj.gov.
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