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Join us for the 2026 Nuclear Triad Symposium (in-person or virtual)
The Fifth Annual Nuclear Triad Symposium will take place on June 18, 2026, in the University Center Ballroom at Louisiana State University Shreveport, in partnership with BRF Defense and the National Institute for Deterrence Studies (NIDS).
When: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration is now open for this no-cost event for in-person or virtual attendance.
This year’s symposium will examine the critical role of the Nuclear Triad as the foundation of U.S. national security, with presentations and discussions focused on the current strategic environment, force readiness, nuclear modernization, and the evolving role of deterrence in global competition.
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To serve as a team of practitioners who advance peace and stability by evaluating deterrence practices and policies, affirming that a credible nuclear deterrent is the bedrock of American national security.
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It fuels rigorous research, thoughtful analysis, public education, and meaningful dialogue about the policies that keep our nation safe. It empowers experts, fellows, and partners who are dedicated to preserving peace through credible deterrence. And it ensures that our work remains independent, informed, and impactful.
By giving today, you become part of a mission that strengthens stability, supports national security, and invests in a safer world.
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Deterrence for Industry Workshop
Contact us to schedule your workshop. This two-day workshop, with an optional one-day table-top exercise (a third day), is designed to provide industry participants with a broad understanding of the nuclear deterrence mission in support of talent retention and executive education. It serves as an opportunity for those unfamiliar with the nation’s nuclear deterrent to gain an overview of core elements and the threats facing the nation and help them understand and appreciate their own contribution to national security.
