OUR ORGANIZATION

The Tennessee Emergency Number Association (TENA) is a not-for profit corporation which was established in 1985 following the passage of the Emergency Communications Act. The membership of TENA is comprised of public safety communications professionals representing the Emergency Communications District's throughout Tennessee. In addition, a number of individuals from commercial and industrial firms hold membership.

TENA is governed by a thirteen member Board of Directors who are elected for two-year terms at the organization's Annual Conference.

Our members are dedicated to making 9-1-1 and emergency communications work better.

We measure our success in the lives that are saved by 9-1-1 each day.

OUR MISSION

To foster the technological advancement, availability and implementation of a universal 9-1-1 emergency telephone system by promoting research, planning, training and education.

OUR OBJECTIVES

The protection of human life, the preservation of property and the support of general community security are TENA's main objectives. TENA serves as a unified voice and a source for networking for Emergency Communications Districts across the state. Acting as a unified organization to represent the interests of all districts statewide, TENA takes an active role in both legislative and operational concerns.

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NEWS

Planning has begun, so check back often for updates.
Mark your calendars and make your plans to join us in Murfreesboro.

Full information will be on the TENA Conference pages

Submittals for the Call for Speakers are still open. If you have a subject matter to share, go to the CALL FOR SPEAKERS page.

Conference Registration and Hotel Reservations will open on Wednesday, June 11 at 9:00 am (CT). Detailed information will be on the appropriate pages

NENA NEWS

NENA LAUNCHES WORKFORCE-RECRUITMENT RESOURCES TO HELP COMBAT THE 9-1-1 STAFFING CRISIS

NENA is proud to announce the launch of new workforce-recruitment resources to help 9-1-1 centers attract talent to the emergency-communications profession and address the 9-1-1 staffing crisis.

The four video PSAs – available for free to any 9-1-1 center or 9-1-1 authority – promote the rewarding and meaningful jobs available in the emergency-communications field; they can be used in recruiting and hiring efforts to reach candidates and educate them about the benefits of a career in 9-1-1. You can view and download the videos here.

To view the videos, click here

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NENA 2025 | June 21-26 | Long Beach Convention Center | Long Beach, CA

Learn, Grow, Connect, & Discover at NENA 2025!
At NENA 2025, you will not only hear about the public safety issues of today and tomorrow, but also gain practical, real-world know-how that you can take home with you and put into action immediately.