The National Association of Female Correctional Officers (NAFCO) is a not for profit, 501 (c) (6) organization dedicated to improving working conditions in prison, jails and correctional facilities in the United States. Our mission is to serve as the national voice of female correctional officers; to improve working conditions; to work toward eliminating sexual assault and harassment of female officers; and to promote the development and use of cutting edge technology. NAFCO is a proud affiliate of the International Association of Women Police (IAWP).

The President of NAFCO is Tamara Bartel, Correctional Officer, Nevada Department of Corrections.

NAFCO is not a labor organization. We work to educate the public and media and seek legislative change at the federal, state and local levels of government. 

NAFCO is a 100% volunteer organization. We have no overhead costs.