Member Benefits
Belonging to the International Association of Forensic Nursing has many benefits, including:
Education and Events
- FREE and discounted online CE's
- SANE Certification Exams at a reduced fee
- Reduced registration fees to IAFN's Scientific Assembly and other educational events throughout the year
- Eligible to apply for a scholarship to attend the annual Scientific Assembly.
Publications
- Journal of Forensic Nursing, IAFN's official journal, published quarterly
- On The Edge, IAFN's electronic newsletter published quarterly
- IAFN's bookstore publications at a reduced rate.
Networking
- Listservs in the following specialties: Death Investigation; domestic Violence, Clinical Forensic Nursing and SANE.
- Local Chapters. Provides networking and educational opportunities on a local level.
- Committees
- On-line Global Directory of Membership
- Inclusion in the On-line SANE Certification Directory (if certified by the IAFN)
- Networking with diverse practice specialists who can assist in the development of individual practice areas
Web Tools
- Career Center
- Technical Assistance on the National SAFE Protocol(www.safeta.org)
- Global/international updates on critical topics related to forensic nursing practice around the world
- Resources on primary prevention strategies to violence
- Resource library of publications and other websites
- Forensic topics Wiki
- Access to IAFN meeting minutes, committee accomplishments and regional educational offerings
Member Discounts
- Members also enjoy discounts with a variety of companies.
Leadership: voting members can
- Run for office
- Take part in the leadership activities of the organization
- Become committee members.
The work performed by the IAFN Board of Directors, Chapters, Committees, Councils, and Members further defines the impact the IAFN has on forensic nursing practice around the world.
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