International Association of Forensic Nurses

International Association of Forensic Nurses We are an international membership organization comprised of forensic nurses working around the world and other professionals.

Forensic Nurses specialize in caring for victims and perpetrators of violence. They also take part in the legal system by collecting forensic evidence and providing consultation to medical and law agencies.

IAFN will close from Thursday, November 27, through Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving. During the offic...
11/27/2025

IAFN will close from Thursday, November 27, through Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving. During the office closure, IAFN staff will not respond to emails. We will return to the office on Monday, December 1, and we will reconnect with you then. We are grateful to all the forensic nurses and our partners.

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the United Nation’s advoca...
11/25/2025

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the United Nation’s advocacy campaign .

There is no excuse for violence.

Forensic nurses see the impact every day, and their work brings hope, justice, and healing.

Are your medical forensic exam photos too bright, too dark, or just plain blurry?IAFN’s Medical Forensic Photography cou...
11/24/2025

Are your medical forensic exam photos too bright, too dark, or just plain blurry?

IAFN’s Medical Forensic Photography course is now live! 📸

Gain confidence behind the camera with six self-paced, interactive modules (6.25 Contact Hours) that teach you to capture accurate, high-quality images while maintaining trauma-informed, patient-centered care.

Enroll today and elevate your documentation skills through the link below:

https://ow.ly/KwW050XwTrI

The International Association of Forensic Nurses is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Forensic Nursing: Beyond the Evidence, Episode 20, is now live!Listen now on our podcast page through the link below and...
11/19/2025

Forensic Nursing: Beyond the Evidence, Episode 20, is now live!

Listen now on our podcast page through the link below and swipe to discover key discussion points from the episode!✨

https://www.forensicnurses.org/podcast/

11/17/2025

🎙️ Sneak peek alert! Catch a preview of Episode 20 of our podcast.

Kalen and Karen welcome two Canadian experts, neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Ellis and forensic nurse leader Ashley Stewart, to spotlight the often overlooked reality of head trauma among survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV). Drawing comparisons to sport-related concussion, the guests unpack why healthcare systems lack proper protocols, how this gap harms patient outcomes, and what forensic nurses can do to help their patients get on the road to healing.

Subscribe in your favorite podcast app to be notified when this new episode is released. Find our podcast on the link below:

https://www.forensicnurses.org/podcast/

Meet Tomoko Shimizu, our member of the month for November!Thank you, Tomoko, for all that you do in the field of forensi...
11/14/2025

Meet Tomoko Shimizu, our member of the month for November!

Thank you, Tomoko, for all that you do in the field of forensic nursing!

We honor the service and sacrifice of our U.S. veterans today and every day. Thank you for your courage and sacrifice.  ...
11/11/2025

We honor the service and sacrifice of our U.S. veterans today and every day. Thank you for your courage and sacrifice.

11/09/2025

As Forensic Nurses Week comes to an end, we want to thank every forensic nurse for all you do. Your care and compassion truly change lives. 💙

Every patient deserves specialized, trauma-informed care. This Forensic Nurses Week, let’s raise our voices for a world ...
11/08/2025

Every patient deserves specialized, trauma-informed care. This Forensic Nurses Week, let’s raise our voices for a world where everyone has access to forensic nursing. 💙

💜 Happy Forensic Nurses Day!Don't forget to wear lilac today and tag us in your photos.
11/07/2025

💜 Happy Forensic Nurses Day!

Don't forget to wear lilac today and tag us in your photos.

Together, we can make sure every patient who’s experienced violence gets the care they deserve.Explore IAFN’s helpful re...
11/05/2025

Together, we can make sure every patient who’s experienced violence gets the care they deserve.

Explore IAFN’s helpful resources at forensicnurses.org.

Forensic Nursing: Beyond the Evidence, Episode 19, is now live!Listen now on our podcast page through the link below and...
11/04/2025

Forensic Nursing: Beyond the Evidence, Episode 19, is now live!

Listen now on our podcast page through the link below and swipe to discover key discussion points from the episode!✨

https://www.forensicnurses.org/podcast/

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Baltimore, MD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+14106267805

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Join Us!

Join our network of over 5,000 members who practice and support forensic nursing in 26 countries. Membership in the Association gives you the resources you need to develop your practice, get recognized, and connect with your peers in the profession.

The Association offers Certifications, continuing education through our Online Learning Center(OLC), Educational Guidelines, networking through our Member Community, local Chapter events, and the International Conference on Forensic Nursing Science and Practice. The Association staff and volunteers welcome questions about program and protocol development.