In 1992, 72 registered nurses
came together to form the IAFN

Today, IAFN has grown to
6000 members

With 30 chapters spread
across the globe


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, the Journal of Forensic Nursing, and the International Conference on Forensic Nursing Science and Practice. The Association staff and volunteers welcome questions about program and protocol development.