A private investigator association is a professional organization that represents the interests of private investigators and related professions. These associations are typically non-profit organizations that provide a variety of services to their members, such as networking opportunities, professional development and training, and advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues. Private investigator associations may have different names and structures depending on the country or region in which they operate. Some examples of well-known private investigator associations include:

1. The National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI) in the United States: NALI is a professional association of legal investigators that provides networking opportunities, training and education, and advocacy on legal and regulatory issues affecting private investigators.
2. The Association of British Investigators (ABI) in the United Kingdom: The ABI is a professional association of private investigators that provides training and development opportunities, professional standards and ethics guidance, and lobbying on legal and regulatory issues affecting the industry.
3. The Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL) in Australia: ASIAL is a professional association of the security industry that represents the interests of private investigators and other security professionals. They provide networking opportunities, training and development programs, and advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues.

Joining a private investigator association can be beneficial for private investigators as it provides access to valuable resources and support. It also provides a sense of community and allows members to network with other professionals in the industry. The World Investigative Network is not an investigative association.  It is a networking and marketing platform designed for the investigative industry. Less