Sponsor IDRA’s National Convening

The Indigent Defense Research Association (IDRA) looks for a partner as a featured sponsor for our upcoming gathering at the 2026 American Society of Criminology (ASC) Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL on November 18-21. While our members actively participate in trainings and sessions at the main conference, we are hosting a dedicated event to bring our community of public defense researchers, practitioners, and advocates together that is not associated at all with the American Society of Criminology.

We are seeking a host for either a catered lunch or an evening happy hour reception.

In exchange for the sponsorship, we are pleased to offer the following exclusive visibility during our scheduled gathering:

  • A 5-minute introductory speaking slot at the immediate start of the event to address our attendees.

  • Distribution of a promotional handout or literature to be attached to IDRA specific agenda.

  • Sponsor recognition limited strictly to our scheduled meeting, including physical signage at the venue, a listing on our event agenda, and a verbal thank-you.

Depending on the format you choose to host, the event must align with the following logistical boundaries:

  • If sponsoring a Lunch; the food and beverages must be delivered directly to our designated meeting space within the ASC conference venue.

  • If sponsoring a Happy Hour; the chosen venue or venue space must be located within close walking distance of the ASC conference hotel.

To maintain compliance with the American Society of Criminology guidelines, this arrangement is subject to the following explicit conditions:

  • No ASC Endorsement: This sponsorship is strictly limited to the IDRA meeting and does not imply endorsement, affiliation, or partnership by or with the ASC.

  • Name & Logo Restrictions: The ASC name or logo must not be used in any of your promotional or marketing materials without prior written approval from the ASC.

  • Activity Alignments: The timing and nature of the sponsorship must not conflict with any existing ASC sponsors or official meeting activities.

We would love to partner with you to support the indigent defense research community this November. Please let us know if you are interested in discussing this opportunity further by emailing ________?