African American Correctional Officers Association

African American Correctional Officers Association The AACOA was established in 2000 by a group of minority Correctional Officers who sought to improve working conditions.

The mission of the AACOA is to maintain a creditable link of communication between the Douglas County Department of Corrections and members of the AACOA. We strive to enhance the quality of work standards within DCDC, by building a more professional staff, and by creating the best possible work environment. We reciprocate those efforts through community initiatives that focus on volunteer service,

sponsorships, scholarships and networking with organizations that share our same goals and objectives as an organization.

Congratulations to the officers that graduated from Douglas County Department of Corrections Training Academy. Job well ...
08/29/2026

Congratulations to the officers that graduated from Douglas County Department of Corrections Training Academy. Job well done and welcome to the DCDC family

Congratulations to Officer Feddeler on his recent promotion to the rank of Sergeant. Job well done Sgt. Feddeler.
08/28/2026

Congratulations to Officer Feddeler on his recent promotion to the rank of Sergeant. Job well done Sgt. Feddeler.

08/17/2026

Funeral Services for former African American Correctional Officers Association Executive Board Member Sgt. LaWanda C. Ballard will be held Friday, August 21, 2026 at Tabernacle of Faith Church 2404 Fort Street, Omaha, NE 68111. Viewing will be from 10:00am to 11:00am. Funeral will start at 11:00am.

Please keep the Ballard and Thomas family, her young daughter, the DCDC family, AACOA Family, friends and all of those that loved Sgt. Ballard in your thoughts and prayers at this time of grief.

Congratulations to Sgt. Burtley on his retirement. Thank you for 31 years of service to the AACOA and Douglas County Cor...
06/28/2026

Congratulations to Sgt. Burtley on his retirement. Thank you for 31 years of service to the AACOA and Douglas County Corrections. Job well done.

AACOA would like to congratulate Officer Campos on his recent promotion to the rank of Sergeant. Job Well done Sgt. Camp...
06/27/2026

AACOA would like to congratulate Officer Campos on his recent promotion to the rank of Sergeant. Job Well done Sgt. Campos

Congratulations to the new Cadets that graduated from the Douglas County Department of Corrections Training Academy. Job...
06/06/2026

Congratulations to the new Cadets that graduated from the Douglas County Department of Corrections Training Academy. Job Well done. Welcome to the DCDC family

Congratulations to Officer Dubon for her recent promotion to Sergeant. Job well done Sgt. Dubon.
05/21/2026

Congratulations to Officer Dubon for her recent promotion to Sergeant. Job well done Sgt. Dubon.

AACOA had the opportunity to award two graduating seniors of Omaha North High School the Tanya L. Burnside Memorial Scho...
05/06/2026

AACOA had the opportunity to award two graduating seniors of Omaha North High School the Tanya L. Burnside Memorial Scholarship. Congratulations Alaeya and Akazja. Pictured is Alaeya. Not Pictured Akazja.

05/03/2026

This week, as we recognize Correctional Officer Week, I want to personally thank every correctional officer who shows up day after day with courage, commitment, and professionalism.

Your work is often unseen, but it is never unimportant. You sacrifice time away from your families, work long and difficult hours, and put yourselves in harm’s way to protect our facility, our community, and the public we serve.

As AACOA President and as a Lieutenant, I am proud to stand with you and recognize the hard work, strength, and dedication you bring to this profession every single day. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your continued commitment to the mission.

Happy Correctional Officer Week.

With Appreciation
Lt. Joelani Ballard
AACOA President

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