FBI NEWS RELEASE
FBI Albuquerque is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 FBI Citizens Academy. Over the course of 8 sessions this spring, select business, religious, civic, and community leaders will be given an opportunity to go behind the scenes of local FBI operations and experience case-studies and demonstrations led by Special Agents, Intelligence Analysts, and FBI Professional Staff. Topics will include how the FBI works to combat violent crime, human trafficking, cybercrime, counter-intelligence, Indian Country, terrorism, and how teams train in forensics, firearms, evidence recovery, and more. Participants will also spend time at the range with our bomb techs and SWAT team.
The goal of this academy and all our outreach programs is to develop partnerships so we can better protect and serve our communities. We are seeking engaged leaders to join us in thoughtful dialogue about the FBI’s role in the community.
When: Wednesday evenings February 19, 2025 – April 23, 2025
Where: FBI Albuquerque 4200 Luecking Park Ave NE, Albuquerque NM 87107
How to Apply:
The FBI Citizens Academy is open to anyone with an interest in learning how the FBI works to protect and serve the community. Candidates can be nominated by a program alumnus, former or current FBI employee, or self-nominated. The nomination form must be completed in full and returned by close of business on Friday, December 20, 2024. If selected, there is no cost to attend. Questions regarding the program or application process can be directed to aq.outreach@fbi.gov
Nomination form: — FBI Citizens Academy Nomination Form – Albuquerque
Additional Information: Community Outreach — FBI
Requirements:
- Business, religious, civic, or community leader
- Be at least 21 years of age
- No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
- Cannot be under investigation as a subject in a criminal case
- Must live or work in New Mexico
- Must agree to and pass a limited background check
- Must be able to attend classes in person