Arms Control Association

United States · Public Policy

The Arms Control Association (ACA) is a nonpartisan membership organization based in the U.S., established in 1971. It focuses on advancing arms control, nonproliferation, and disarmament policies related to nuclear, chemical, biological, and certain conventional weapons. The ACA serves as a key source of information and analysis on complex security challenges and collaborates with global civil society organizations to influence public policy and mitigate threats from weapons of mass destruction. The ACA publishes policy reports, fact sheets, and briefs on arms control treaties and emerging threats. It produces a monthly journal, "Arms Control Today," which covers developments in arms control and nonproliferation. The organization engages with policymakers, media, and the public through advocacy efforts, expert commentary, and educational resources. It primarily serves policymakers, journalists, academics, and civil society organizations focused on global security, with a commitment to addressing the impacts of nuclear weapons on marginalized communities.