Location:

 

Tacoma, Washington

 

General Information:

 

The Academy of Forensic Nursing's Education Committee invites you to join your AFN colleagues for two dynamic days of learning, collaboration, and connection at AFN Regional Conference: Northwest forensic nursing conference. This event features a diverse lineup of presentations focused on the complex issues impacting forensic healthcare in the Pacific Northwest. From clinical case reviews to emerging trends and regional challenges, attendees will gain valuable insights, practical tools, and opportunities to strengthen their professional network within the forensic nursing community.

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General Schedule:

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​September 9, 2025

Conference - Day One

 

Registration / Check-in
7:45 – 8:45 am PT

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Presentations

9:00 am – 5:00 pm PT​​

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September 10, 2025

Conference - Day Two

 

Registration / Check-in
7:45 – 8:45 am PT

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Presentations

9:00 am – 5:00 pm PT

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September 11, 2025

Post-Conference: Strangulation Assessment Workshop

9:00 – 5:00 pm PT

Details: 

Strangulation is a high-risk, potentially fatal form of violence that demands thorough, evidence-based assessment and care. This full-day workshop is designed to equip healthcare professionals with critical skills to recognize, treat, and manage strangulation injuries. Attendees will:

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• Learn the essential elements of a comprehensive strangulation assessment

• Review current, evidence-based treatment protocols

• Develop a disposition plan to ensure patient safety and long-term care

• Engage in hands-on practice to apply didactic knowledge in real-world scenarios

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This session is a must for clinicians seeking to improve outcomes for survivors of strangulation.

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Registration Costs:

Conference
Two Days – In-Person

AFN Member – $350

Non-Member – $425

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Two Days – Virtual

AFN Member – $300

Non-Member – $375

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Post-Conference – In-Person

AFN Member – $175

Non-Member – $225

 

Special AFN Membership Opportunity! Non-members will receive a discount code for $30 off a one-year membership. Good through 11:59 Central Time, September 11, 2025. 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.​

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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

 

IN PERSON - If you need to cancel your in-person registration, please do so before August 9, 2025 to receive a 50% discount. After August 9, 2025, no refunds will be available. You may transfer your registration to another person to attend the same event in your place at any time. Transfers cannot be applied to a future AFN event. For cancelations or transfers, please email: afn@afnmail.org

 

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.