Every day, prosecutors make decisions that shape lives. Few professionals carry that kind of responsibility — and few have a dedicated space to reflect on its ethical weight. This September, the Association of Prosecuting Attorneys and the WYDM Institute are creating that space.

We're proud to announce What You Do Matters: Lessons from the Holocaust, an interactive ethical leadership training coming to Washington, DC, on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Registration is now open.

Developed by historians at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum alongside career law enforcement practitioners, the program draws on how the justice system was dismantled from within during 1933–1942 to give today's prosecutors a powerful lens on ethics, discretion, and the responsibilities of public service. It's not a history lecture — it's a leadership program that stays with participants long after they return to their offices.

Reserve your seat: Register here

An invitation to sponsors

We believe the prosecutors who would benefit most from this training should be able to attend — regardless of their office's resources. That's where our partners come in.

We're inviting corporate and philanthropic partners to help make it possible, underwriting scholarships, meals, and materials that open the door to those the training is meant to serve. For organizations that believe in the people who uphold justice, it's a meaningful opportunity to invest in ethical leadership at its source.

To learn more, reach out to sponsorships@apainc.org or view the sponsorships flyer here.

Whether you join us as a participant or a partner, we hope you'll be part of it.

If you know of an organization that may be a good fit as a partner, forward them this information!