California Association of Hostage Negotiators CAHN is also a member of NCNA www.ncna.us The purpose of this organization shall be to: encourage an exchange of ideas and information within the field of hostage negotiation, both technical and investigative; foster friendship and cooperation among various members of the Association; stimulate research and the development of new techniques within the field of hostage negotiations; render financial support for worthy projects; compilation of statistical data of value in the field of hostage negotiations; endeavor to provide education in the filed of hostage negotiation as a phase of public safety;encourage a high level of professional competence among negotiators; encourage the use of improved procedures and methods of negotiation; lend assistance whenever possible in formation of training programs; and abide by our code of ethics.