Defense Orientation Conference Association
A nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to continuing education in defense and national security affairs. Founded in 1952 by alumni of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference.
A nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to continuing education in defense and national security affairs. Founded in 1952 by alumni of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference.
Aug 25-27, 2026
Little Rock, AR
Oct 18-21, 2026
San Antonio, TX
Fees and registration will be announced as each program is confirmed.
Las Vegas, NV
Fort Irwin, Nellis AFB, Creech AFB
New Mexico & Texas
Fort Bliss, Holloman AFB, White Sands Missile Range, Border Patrol
Miami, FL
HQ USSOUTHCOM, Cape Canaveral / Kennedy Space Center
Alternate plan: Mexico City for embassy briefings and tours.
Latvia & Poland
US Embassies in Riga and Warsaw, host-nation military installations, visits with US troops
San Diego, CA
Camp Pendleton, Naval Special Operations, MCAS Miramar, Navy bases
76th Annual Meeting & Conference.
Providing members opportunities to learn about national security, defense policy, and military operations through conferences and briefings.
Domestic and international programs visiting military installations, embassies, and allied nations. Annual meetings with senior defense leaders.
Connecting civilian leaders with the U.S. military community, fostering understanding and informed dialogue on defense matters.
