Professional Development with the IPA
Empowering Our Members, Strengthening Our Communities
At the International Police Association, we are deeply committed to the professional development of our members – especially those who are still actively serving and protecting communities around the world. Our mission is to provide access to high-quality training, new tools, and professional insights that equip our members in their daily duties and long-term careers.
IBZ Gimborn – The Heart of IPA Education
At the core of our educational offering is IBZ Gimborn, our dedicated international training centre set in an idyllic, historic castle in the German countryside. This unforgettable venue welcomes members from all IPA sections and offers a wide range of professional seminars led by expert speakers in a unique and inspiring environment.
Visiting Gimborn is more than just training—it’s an experience of learning, exchange, and friendship in a truly one-of-a-kind setting.
Bringing Education to You – Anywhere in the World
We understand that not every member can travel to Germany, which is why we are proud to offer IPA seminars around the globe—in various languages and in different regional locations. Through our Off-Site Seminars Programme, we bring high-quality training to your doorstep, while also creating online learning environments for remote accessibility.
No matter where you are, the IPA is committed to making professional learning accessible to all.
Certified Learning – Supporting Your Career
All IPA seminars and training programmes come with official certification, helping to enhance your professional portfolio. These certificates are recognised within the policing community and demonstrate your ongoing commitment to learning and development.
Learning Through International Exchange
Beyond seminars, the IPA fosters professional exchanges—offering you the chance to experience policing in other countries, share best practices, and meet fellow officers from around the world. These encounters encourage cultural understanding, expand your global policing knowledge, and forge lifelong friendships.
Whether you are looking to advance your knowledge, explore new policing perspectives, or grow your international network, the IPA is here to support your professional journey—wherever you are in the world.
Upcoming Seminars & Workshops
- 12th to 17th April 2026, The Seminar will focus on the role of 'leadership' from both an International Police Association, academic and practitioner perspective, with contributions from leadership professionals across the world.,
- Germany
- Young Police Officer's Seminar 2026, 2nd to 9th August 2026,
- Germany
- 2-6 March, 2026,
- Germany
- 16-20 March, 2026,
- Germany
- 30th March - 2nd April, 2026,
- Germany
- 24-26 April, 2026,
- Germany
- 4-5 May, 2026,
- Germany
- 27-29 May, 2026,
- Germany
- 15-19 June, 2026,
- Germany
