The National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS)
The National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) is a professional association representing the interests of National Guard officers and supporting the effectiveness, readiness, and modernization of the Army and Air National Guard through advocacy, education, and professional development.
Upcoming The National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) Events
NGAUS Industry Day provides an insider’s view of National Guard strategic requirements, a forum with National Guard and congressional leaders, opportunities to learn more about NGAUS priorities for defense legislation and networking with industry peers and key decision makers.
The NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition is the Association’s annual business meeting. Army and Air National Guard officers from all 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia gather to network, set their legislative agenda and hear from America’s civilian and military leaders.
In Utah, elevation is more than a number on a map. It is a way of thinking: looking farther, aiming higher, and embracing the challenge of what comes next.
“NGAUS Elevated” is more than a conference theme - it is a commitment to raising the standard for the future of the National Guard. Against the backdrop of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, the 2027 NGAUS 149th General Conference & Exhibition will bring together over 4,000 Guard leaders, service members, industry partners, elected officials, and advocates to advance the ideas, partnerships, and capabilities that strengthen America’s defense.
For generations, the National Guard has answered the call at home and abroad, adapting to emerging threats while remaining grounded in the communities it serves. NGAUS elevated reflects that enduring responsibility and the need to continuously elevate readiness, modernize the force, support military families, and ensure Guard members have the resources they need to fight and win.
In Salt Lake City, August 27-30, 2027, we will gather not only to celebrate the Guard’s legacy, but to shape its future. Together, we will elevate the conversation, elevate the mission, and elevate the National Guard’s role in defending our nation.
The NGAUS General Conference is the Association’s annual business meeting. Army and Air National Guard officers from all 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia gather to network, set their legislative agenda and hear from America’s civilian and military leaders. Family members, industry representatives and local officials also attend.