July 14-15, 2026

Defense of the Homeland: Maritime & Transportation in IW

This conference is to convene key public-and private-sector stakeholders from the maritime, port, and broader transportation sectors to build a cross-functional network focused on irregular warfare (IW) threats in the maritime domain.

August 4-6, 2026

IW Symposium: Irregular Warfare in the Homeland: Adapting for a Secure Future

The Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) is hosting a 2.5-day symposium on the Defense of the Homeland. This symposium embodies the NDS's call for a clear-eyed realism that leverages all elements of national power.