The Forensic Nurse

 Your government needs your help, and so do countless men, women, and minors who are victims of intimate partner violence.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is asking developers to submit ideas about applications to help prevent or assist victims of dating violence. Nearly 20% of women in college report experiencing sexual assualt while in college.

Judging criteria for submissions
Usefulness
Each entry will be rated for its ability to empower users for the prevention of youth dating violence and sexual assault with real-time direct connections, social media integration, safety/privacy, and access to reputable resources all considered.
Innovativeness
Each entry will be rated for the degree of new thinking and creativity it brings to applications focusing on the prevention of violence and abuse among young adults.
Usability
Each entry will be rated on its user-friendliness and interactive capabilities.
Potential Impact
Each entry will be rated on the strength of its potential to help college students and young adults prevent violence and assault from occurring

Check out challenge.gov for more information. Submit your ideas. Maybe save a life.

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is offering a FREE online basic forensic DNA testing course geared specifically toward law enforcement, court officials and other forensic professionals.

The main goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the important role DNA plays in forensic science; introduce the steps involved in forensic DNA testing using the latest methods and technologies; and provide a basic understanding of the National DNA database system.

Funded under NIJ Award Number 2009-DN-BX-K175

Click to Enroll:

https://www.forensic-training-network.com/cgi-bin/DJlinks.cgi?T=st-enroll.html&LANG=EN&ID=00019

The IAFN, has selected Atlanta GA for its 2009 Annual Scientific Assembly. This event is held each year around the country to help spread the word about forensic nursing and give participants and exhibitors the opportunity to network and learn more about the latest trends and best practices for Forensic Nursing.

This four day event will be held on October 21-24, 2009.

For Hotel information in the area or flight arrangements: http://www.findnearbyhotels.com/DESTINATIONS/Atlanta_GA_US/

Northside Hospital Forsyth is also offering a 5day / 40 hour SANE-A training class in May 2009.

The mission of the National Forensic Nursing Institute, Inc. (NFNI) is to provide education for professionals at every level in the comprehensive treatment of patients with legal needs and educate the community about the usefulness of forensic nurses. Additionally provide program support and services to communities where forensic nursing can improve the communities’ response to violence, create employment opportunities for forensic nurses, develop solutions for forensic nursing practice issues, and contribute to the body of knowledge through research projects in forensic nursing. The National Forensic Nursing Institute, Inc. is dedicated to collaboration with other disciplines to make the world a better place.

Cost and Fees:
Registration Fees
(No on-site registration)
Early Full Registration (before May 12th)
FCASV/FNVWS Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185
Non-Members . . . . . . . $250
Late Full Registration (after May 12th)
FCASV/FNVWS Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $220
Non-Members . . . . . . . $285
Early One Day Registration (before May 12th)
FCASV/FNVWS Members . . . . . . . . $100
Non-Members . . . . . . . . . . $135
Late One Day Registration (after May 12th)
FCASV/FNVWS Members . . . . . . . . $135
Non-Members . . . . . . . . . . $170
Wellness Day . . Free with registration


Description:
Advocacy. Leadership. Therapeutic Resources. Criminal Justice. Serving the Underserved.
As clinicians and advocates, educators and criminal justice professionals, men and women, we must combine all of our resources to provide the services survivors of sexual violence deserve.  We know that survivors come from all walks of life—from different ethnic, religious, economic, and cultural backgrounds. The more we learn from each other, the better able we are to help create seamless, appropriate supports for those we serve.  Please join us in listening to everyone’s voice to begin creating a culture of validation and healing for every survivor.
Visit www.fcasv.org for conference updates.

We have many workshops to choose from this year, including:
• Sexual Assault Services for the Deaf Community
• Fatherhood and Family Violence: Listening to Immigrant Fathers in South Florida
• Poverty, Housing & Sexual Violence
• Domestic Violence in the Haitian Community

Make hotel reservations by May 5, 2008 for the $90 conference room rate. Valet parking is $20 per day.  Contact the Deauville Beach Resort directly at (800)327-6656, reservation code: FNVWS08

This online course is designed to introduce the participant to common patterned injuries that may be associated with abuse, neglect or the result from unintentional trauma. The characteristic types of blunt and sharp force injuries will be presented using a series of slides which illustrate classic soft tissue and skeletal injuries that may be revealed during routine clinical assessments.

This course has been approved by the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center (ANCC)
BOA811 / 20 Hours / Fee $109.00

Online Registration: Click here

For Addtional training listings for forensic nurses, visit www.theforensicnurse.com/training.cfm  or  click here.

The American Institute of Forensic Education in Partnership with Contemporary Forums 

Presents

MAY 28 - 31, 2008

For more information please visit their website at:

http://www.taife.com/ed_events.aspx?innernavid=1

 This 4-day intensive program will offer 2 specialized pre-conference  opportunities, followed by 3 days of presentations covering a  wide array of forensic issues confronting the contemporary healthcare provider in a variety of settings.