We are thrilled to be celebrating our own Dr. Kimberly Kasper, AFN President-Elect, and one of the newest fellows in the American Academy of Nursing. 🎉 Her leadership and dedication has helped shape nursing education and patient care. Congratulations on this recognition! 👏

Curious about the 2027 UK Forensic Nursing Tour, jointly presented by AFN and Texas A&M? The event organizer will be hosting an informational session via Zoom today, October 15 at 12 p.m. Central Time. Join us! tamu.zoom.us/j/91697287011?p…

Updated Wednesday Webinar with new topic and speakers! Please join us live today, October 14, at 12 p.m. ET for perspectives and case studies on forensic nursing and interpersonal violence. Get started here: goafn.thinkific.com/courses/…

Heads up: The Wednesday Webinar scheduled for October 14 has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. We are working with the speaker to reschedule and will notify everyone who is registered when the new date is available. Thank you for your understanding!

Travel to the UK with AFN and @TAMU! March 14-21, 2027. Visit violence-response units in London, Glasgow & Edinburgh, meet UK forensic nurses and paramedics, and earn up to 23.5 contact hours. Details: edventivesgroup.swoogo.com/f… #ForensicNursing

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, AFN has compiled a set of educational resources on AFN Learn that will help healthcare providers recognize and care for domestic violence survivors. goafn.thinkific.com/collecti…

It's time to lock in your seat for the 2026 AFN International Virtual Conference. Over the course of two days, you'll view 18 live presentations, all online, and earn 16.75 continuing education credits. View the full agenda and register here: goafn.org/international-2026

It's time to cast your ballot: The 2027-2029 Board of Directors Election is now open. You will make your selections to fill three seats on the Board of Directors, plus President-Elect, Treasurer, and Secretary. Vote now! goafn.org/2027-board-of-dire…

Next week, the Academy of Forensic Nursing will be in Phoenix for Emergency Nursing 2026! Be sure to stop by booth #1334 to meet Natalie, Nicole, Tina, and Mindi. Pick up some swag and get a discount on your new AFN membership while you're there! #ForensicNursing

Thank you to AFN partner, The American Association of Nurse Attorneys, for their support of our organization throughout 2026! Did you know: TAANA members can join AFN at a reduced rate – and vice versa! Be sure to visit their website to learn more: taana.org

Thank you to our partner organization, @forensicnursecb, for supporting AFN and its members at the 2026 AFN Tucson Forensic Nursing Conference! If you're in Tucson, be sure to drop by their booth – or you can learn more about them at: goforensicncb.org/

Our Hospitality Sponsor at the 2026 AFN Tucson Forensic Nursing Conference is @sdfitelemed. SDFI empowers forensic medical examiners and support teams with cutting-edge technology to securely shoot, store, study, and share forensic images with confidence. sdfi.com

Many thanks to our Networking Sponsor: Cortexflo! The Cortexflo system is designed to meet the unique photographic, data storage, and security requirements for forensic medical examinations. Please be sure to check them out at: cortexflo.com

Challenging behavior often signals deeper trauma, not defiance. Join us 9/23 @ 12pm ET to explore how physical & emotional trauma shape behavior in neurologically diverse individuals—and how supporters can help through connection & a healing environment. goafn.thinkific.com/courses/…

We're ready to kick off the AFN Tucson Forensic Nursing Conference this week in Tucson, Arizona! If you'd like to attend virtually, registration remains open through the end of the day Monday, September 21. goafn.org/eventcalendar#!eve…

The agenda for the AFN International Virtual Forensic Nursing Conference has been posted, and it is filled with a diverse lineup of informative and evidence-based presentations. Register before September 15 to get discounted early-bird pricing! More info: goafn.org/international-2026

Don't get shut out! In-person registration for AFN Tucson Forensic Nursing Conference closes Wednesday, September 9 at the end of the day. 🌵 Learn more and register here: goafn.org/tucson-2026

Rural communities face barriers to timely, trauma-informed forensic care. Join us 9/9 @ 12pm ET to learn how WV built a statewide SANE program. Discussion will include practical strategies for training, mentorship & sustainability. 🔗 goafn.thinkific.com/courses/…