FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association

FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association Welcomes Record-Breaking Class of 2025

The FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association recently hosted a Welcome Social for the incoming Citizens Academy Class of 2025. A record 80 students were warmly welcomed, making this the largest Citizens Academy class in the nation.

This milestone is a testament to the strength of our alumni community, the dedication of our leadership, and our ongoing commitment to building trust and partnerships with the FBI and our communities.

Attendees heard remarks from Alumni Association President Sandija Bayot, Special Agent in Charge Doug Williams, and several members of the FBI Houston staff.

Special thanks to FBIHCAAA graduate Ben Gillis for leading the behind-the-scenes facility tour, and to Special Agent in Charge Doug Williams for his inspiring words on the importance of collaboration and partnership between the FBI and our Alumni Association in strengthening community safety and impact.

We were especially honored that so many FBI Houston employees joined the Social, giving our new class the opportunity to connect not only with alumni but also with those who serve our community every day.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Houston TranStar for providing the event space and to our generous event sponsors for supplying the food and drinks that helped make the evening a success.

ABOUT US

MISSION

The FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association (Chapter) is a non-profit tax exempt 501 (c) (3) organization separate and apart from the FBI, dedicated to supporting the mission of the FBI. In our role as Ambassadors between the FBI and the Community, the Chapter supports and serves the FBI in assisting with education; bringing awareness and preparedness to the public in order to help provide for a safer community.

Douglas Williams

Special Agent in Charge, FBI Houston

“FBI Houston proudly supports the FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association (FBIHCAAA). Through the chapters’ continued volunteer, awareness, and outreach efforts, FBIHCAAA has demonstrated its dedication to promoting community engagement and education. Thank you to the FBIHCAAA members for their unwavering support of the FBI. I encourage more of you CA graduates to become active members and help us foster a greater understanding of the role of federal law enforcement in the community. I look forward to meeting and working with you to further the mission of the FBI.”

FBI Houston Citizens Academy

The Citizens Academy is a method used by the FBI and law enforcement agencies around the country to engage the community. Held once a year in Houston, Texas resident agency, the Citizens Academy gives community leaders, business professionals, religious leaders, and other citizens an inside look at the FBI and its operations. The program is seven to eight weeks where participants get the opportunity to meet the men and women of the FBI and gain an appreciation for the job they do. If you wish to be considered for this program, please contact the FBI at outreach.houston@fbi.gov.

More information about the FBI Houston Citizens Academy can be found through the FBI Houston website at https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/houston/community-outreach

FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association

After completing the Citizens Academy program, graduates are encouraged to become members of the FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association. The FBI Houston CAAA is active year-round in speaker presentations, special events, and supporting the FBI’s outreach mission in the community. Graduates may apply for membership at Annual or Lifetime member level.

FBI National Citizens Academy Alumni Association

www.fbincaaa.org

FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association Chapters

www.fbincaaa.org/chapters

Board Members

The FBI Houston Citizens Academy Alumni Association is a nonprofit organization separate and apart from the FBI.

FBI National CAAA