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By becoming a member of the International Association of Forensic Nurses, you will be joining the world’s largest and most prestigious network of professionals who work in this practice and support the continued implementation of forensic nursing principles. Association membership gives you the resources you need to develop your practice, become recognized, and connect with your peers in the industry. All multi-year membership options protect you from dues increases during the membership period.
Note: Before joining the Association we ask all potential members to read and agree to the terms of the Vision of Ethical Practice. Click here to review.
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Regular Member – $129*
In order to register as a Regular Member, you must be a Registered Nurse (RN or similar).
- 1-year membership $129
- 3-year membership $339 (savings of $45)
- 5-year membership $550 (savings of $90)
- Lifetime membership $1,600
- You will receive Online access to the Journal of Forensic Nursing. You may add a print copy of the Journal (sent quarterly) for an additional $29 per year.
You may also join a local chapter* for $30 a year. If you are a current member who would like to join your chapter, email membership. *You must be an active member of IAFN to join your local chapter.
Check out our Membership Bundle Opportunity!
Do you have a group of 5 or more RNs (3 in a rural setting)? Contact membership to find how much you could save with a Bundled Membership for your team. Get a head start by having new members set up a profile here.
Associate Member – $115*
For our colleagues not in nursing. Associate members may not vote or hold office in the organization. You may add online access to the Journal for an additional $20 per year. You may also join a local chapter for $25 a year by emailing membership.
- 1-year membership $115
- 3-year membership $302 (savings of $41)
- 5-year membership $490 (savings of $81)
- Lifetime membership $1,600
Student Member – $76
Available to those who are currently enrolled in a primary nursing program and have never held a professional nursing license. Student members may not vote or hold office in the organization. You may also join a local chapter for $25 a year. If you are interested in student membership, email Christina Presenti for more information. Please note, you must independently contact Christina, even if your registrar sends information on your behalf as many registrars will not share student information or forward external emails to their students.
Retired Member – $66
Retired Member: Active Association Members may request to change their member type to Retired Member status upon payment of their annual dues. To qualify for Retired Member status, the member must be at least 65 years of age and have maintained an active membership status with Association for a minimum of five consecutive years. Retired members may add online access to the Journal for an additional $20 per year. You may also join a local chapterfor $25 a year by emailing membership.
Disclaimers
Dues or other payments to IAFN are not deductible as charitable contributions for fedral income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses subject to certain restrictions related to any association lobbying. IAFN estimates that 8.77% of member dues are attributable to the lobbying activities of this organization. Please consult your tax advisor. This rate is subject to change on a yearly basis
$20.00 of the membership dues are applied to a subscription to the Journal of Forensic Nursing.
Membership and Certification purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable. Other cancellations and changes may be subject to administrative fees. Visit this page for IAFN’s full Return and Refund Policies.
Dues or other payments to IAFN are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses subject to certain restrictions related to any association lobbying. IAFN estimates that 20.55% of member dues are attributable to the lobbying activities of this organization. Please consult your tax advisor. This rate is subject to change on a yearly basis.