Academy of Forensic Nursing

Linking research to practice through the dissemination of scholarship, education, & service to those affected by trauma.

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New on Bell Work Talks: Alicia Picklesimer, RN, MSN, shares why aligning medical insight with human services leads to safer outcomes for children and vulnerable populations. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts!

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Civility is an ethical obligation, not just good manners.

Join Ecoee Rooney, DNP, RN on 11/11 at 12 p.m. ET to learn how to recognize, interrupt, and advocate against incivility in nursing.

Register: https://t.co/GxvAX7r53b

#Nursing #NurseLeaders #Civility

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The AFN 2027 Election results have been announced! We are excited to welcome four board members for the 2027–2029 term, plus the candidates who will be filling three officer positions. You can read the full announcement here: https://t.co/4EOANkV8ok

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We want to send a big Thank You! to @sdfitelemed for sponsoring the 2026 AFN International Virtual Forensic Nursing Conference. You can learn more about their turnkey photo-documentation systems at: https://t.co/Ga7QKnu1OC

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Final emails are being sent to all registered attendees for this week's AFN International Forensic Nursing Conference. Check your inbox for important instructions on how to join us, starting tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. ET! https://t.co/KYCUBEEe0D

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It's Forensic Nurses Week! Join us November 5–6 for the AFN International Forensic Nursing Conference: two days of live, online learning focused on advancing the global practice of forensic healthcare. Learn more and register here: https://t.co/KYCUBEEe0D

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Join fellow AFN members for a unique forensic nursing program in the UK, March 14-21, 2027! 🌍 Earn 23.5 CE credits. New payment options available via Klarna & Affirm! Secure your spot: https://t.co/ZtatrjV32s. Spaces are limited! 📅💼 #ForensicNursing #CECredits

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Join the Mentoring SIG for support & guidance in your forensic nursing career! 🌟 Whether you're new or seasoned, connect with us via Zoom on the 1st Wed of each month at 12 PM ET. Visit the SIG page to get more info: https://t.co/EmMiYDDn6O

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In our latest Bell Work Talks podcast, host Kathy Bell speaks with Casey Gwinn, co-founder of Alliance for HOPE International, about hidden homicides. Listen to the podcast on the AFN website, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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It's almost time! Next week we kick off the annual AFN International Virtual Forensic Nursing Conference. Two days, 18 presentations, all online. Don't miss it! Register and save your seat today: https://t.co/KYCUBEEe0D

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Thinking about a career in forensic nursing? Join AFN Board member Rachel Lapp on 10/28 at 12 PM ET to explore roles, education options, mentorship, and pathways into practice. 🩺

Register: https://t.co/UAnxzMz3uX

#ForensicNursing #Nursing

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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! 👏

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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! https://t.co/3fhQ8lWKzI

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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: https://t.co/uQ9Ft1JlwX

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@GeigerInstitute Update: This Wednesday Webinar has been postponed. New date TBA. We will notify those who registered when the new date is scheduled. Thank you for your understanding!

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📅 Oct 14 | 12 pm ET

Learn how the DVHRT Model helps prevent intimate partner homicides and near-lethal assaults, and the critical role Forensic Nurse Examiners play, with Sarah Wittig Galgano of @GeigerInstitute.

Register: https://t.co/uQ9Ft1JlwX

#ForensicNursing #DVHRT

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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!

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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: https://t.co/dXjny0PkuO #ForensicNursing

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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. https://t.co/PovfikTRaJ

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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: https://t.co/KYCUBEEe0D