PROPOSALS
The Academy of Forensic Nursing's Education Committee invites you to submit proposals to present at the AFN International Virtual Conference, November 5–6, 2026.
This two-day, live, virtual conference will promote excellence in evidence-based practice to both novice and advanced-practice forensic nurses. Presentations will inspire innovative techniques and research that informs an interprofessional approach to working with people affected by violence and trauma. This event is open to healthcare and law enforcement professionals; legal, court, and judiciary staff; and victim advocates.
Our Conference Objectives
The Academy of Forensic Nursing is seeking abstract proposals for presentations that meet the following conference objectives:
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Improve the response to populations affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, child maltreatment, stalking, human trafficking, elder abuse, and gender-based crimes.
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Support collaboration among criminal justice, healthcare, law enforcement, and community professionals through an interprofessional approach.
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Demonstrate contemporary research that supports innovative, evidence-based practice models for forensic nurses.
Who Should Submit a Proposal?
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Forensic nurses and healthcare professionals
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Educators and researchers
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Students
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Interprofessional partners and allies
Free Registration for Primary Presenters
If your proposal is selected for presentation, the primary speaker will receive one complimentary registration for AFN International Virtual Conference, November 5–6, 2026.
Submissions Timeline
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May 1, 2026 – Deadline for submission of all proposal materials
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July 1, 2026 – Applicants will be notified the week of July 1 whether their abstract has been accepted
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July 15, 2026 – Deadline to confirm your availability and submit presenters' credentials, bios, and headshots (if accepted)
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October 15, 2026 – If accepted, your presentation is due to the conference planners no later than October 15.
Where to Submit Your Proposal
Please click the button below to complete the AFN Call for Proposals form.
Questions? Please email education@afnmail.org
OVERVIEW
Location:
Virtual Only
Conference Venue:
Live Presentations will be presented via Zoom.
General Information:
The Academy of Forensic Nursing's Education Committee invites you to join your AFN colleagues for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection at AFN International Virtual Forensic Nursing Conference, November 5–6, 2026. This event will feature a diverse offering of presentations of relevance to both novice and experienced forensic-nursing professionals and their allies.
General Schedule:
Day One – November 5, 2026
11 am – 7 pm ET
Day Two – November 6, 2026
11 am – 7 pm ET
Note: Approximate start / end times — subject to change
Registration Costs:
Conference
Two Days – Virtual
AFN Member – Early Bird $200 ($225 after August 1, 2026)
Non-Member – Early Bird $310 ($345 after August 1, 2026)
Student (Not Licensed) – $90 ($100 after August 1, 2026)
Special AFN Membership Opportunity! Non-members will receive a discount code for $30 off a one-year membership. Good through 11:59 Central Time, November 6, 2026. Valid for the Healthcare Professional level only (regular one-year rate = $130). Code will be emailed separately from your registration confirmation, coming from afn@afnmail.org.
Volume Discount Available: Non-profit organizations purchasing 10 or more tickets at once are eligible for a volume discount. Contact afn@afnmail.org for details.
AFN Cancellation Policy
VIRTUAL - Our virtual events are created for flexible schedules. If you are unable to attend the day(s) of the conference, you will have the ability to watch all of the sessions asynchronously – on your own time and schedule – within three months of the live event. Therefore, we do not allow cancellations or refunds. By continuing to the registration page, you indicate you agree with this policy.
OTHER INFO
AFN International Virtual Conference Planning Committee
Angelia Trujillo DNP, MSN, WHNP-BC, DF-AFN
TBA
Continuing Education Disclosure:
Continuing education is available for those registered to attend the conference. The number of CE hours available will be based on your registration and attendance. Academy of Forensic Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.