Forensic Nursing: Justice through Healing

During Forensic Nurses Week, we come together to honor the dedicated nurses who stand beside patients in their most vulnerable moments. By celebrating their work, we bring greater awareness to the critical need for forensic nurses and the far-reaching health consequences of violence. Join us in celebrating Forensic Nurses Week!
Forensic Nurses Week: November 3–9 · Forensic Nurses Day: November 7 — wear lilac.

Timeline: Get Organized

  1. Sept 1–13
    Contact local officials about issuing a proclamation for Forensic Nurses Week.
  2. Week of Oct 6
    Ask your organization’s leadership to recognize forensic nurses during the week.
  3. Week of Oct 13
    Order professionally printed posters (optional).
  4. Week of Oct 27
    Print flyers and add the email banner to your outgoing email.
  5. Nov 3–9
    Celebrate, advocate, and share on social media throughout Forensic Nurses Week.
  6. Nov 7
    Forensic Nurses Day: wear lilac and share photos—tag @ForensicNurses.

Ways to Participate

Quick ideas you can act on today.

Downloadable Resources

High-quality assets for printing and sharing. Questions? marketing@ForensicNurses.org

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Email Signature

Banner to include in your email signature.
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Social Media Post

Optimized graphic for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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Social Profile Photo

Square profile image for social platforms.
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Email Banner/Header

Place at the top of emails during the week.
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Email Template

Editable sample email for outreach.
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Proclamation Template

Customize this resolution template for your jurisdiction.

You Play an Important Role

In educating administrators and colleagues about forensic nursing. Every patient who experiences violence deserves trauma‑informed care —and the chance to seek justice and healing on their own terms.