Association of Defense Communities - ADC

06/18/2026

The Installation Innovation Forum is the only national event that brings the right people to the table.

Join 1200+ community, military and industry leaders to discuss the partnerships that work across the country and how they can implement them at home.

https://installationinnovation.org/

06/16/2026

Nominate a deserving spouse for the 2025-2026 Military Spouse Leadership Initiative.

ADC has opened nominations for the MSLI program, elevating military spouses to share their perspectives with defense leaders across the country. Learn more and nominate here: https://defensecommunities.org/military-spouse/

06/12/2026

As a part of a series reflecting on the last 50 years of defense communities, ADC's On Base team spoke with Converge CEO Mike Wu on the future of defense while integrating new technologies like AI.

Wu: We’re seeing unprecedented demand driven by data centers, AI infrastructure, as well as electrification across our economy. Our installations and missions and communities were really built under the assumption of plentiful and reliable access to electricity. That’s simply no longer a safe assumption, which is becoming an increasing strategic liability.

Read the full interview: https://defensecommunities.org/2026/05/whats-next-energy-needs-in-the-age-of-ai-with-converge/

06/11/2026

Get your name in the 2026 Americas Defense Communities Magazine.

The yearly magazine is sent across the country and to attendees at the upcoming Installation Innovation Forum, giving organizations the opportunity to be seen by leaders across the defense community. Don't miss your chance to share your message.

ADC’s magazine, America’s Defense Communities, covers quality-of-life issues impacting military families and defense communities. Featuring interviews with DOD leaders, stories from defense communities across the country, and insights from top industry partners, America’s Defense Communities i...

06/04/2026

At the recent National Summit, ADC celebrated this year of National Defense Community Champions with video presentations highlighting the work they've done at their installations.

Stan Shephard's work with the Alliance for Fort Gordon has strengthened community partnerships and helped develop long-term solutions for workforce programs. Watch his story here.

06/03/2026

IIF registration is now open!

Continue the momentum from ADC's National Summit and ADC50 Celebration at the 2026 Installation Innovation Forum in Tampa, Florida. Learn more and register here: https://installationinnovation.org/

06/01/2026

At the recent National Summit, ADC celebrated this year of National Defense Community Champions with video presentations highlighting the work they've done at their installations.

Mike Flanagan's work in Virginia's Capital Region has served military families and helped strengthen Fort Lee's capacity. Watch his story here.

05/28/2026

At the recent National Summit, ADC celebrated this year of National Defense Community Champions with video presentations highlighting the work they've done at their installations.

A retired Chief Master Sergeant and former Military Liaison for the City of
Mountain Home, Marty Anderson helped transform community partnership into mission
advantage at Mountain Home Air Force Base. Watch his story here.

05/19/2026

ADC has released photos from the 2026 National Summit and ADC50 Event on their official Flickr account. Here are a few highlights from the incredible event last week.

Want to see more? Visit https://www.flickr.com/photos/defense_communities/albums/72177720333738717

05/14/2026

At the ADC50 celebration at the Anthem, representatives from ADC's partners shared what they see as the future of defense communities, in the next 50 years and beyond.