ISAFS logo About ISAFS

International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences

Committed to improving investigations and evidence collection and analysis in legal inquiries pertaining to crimes against animals.

International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences logo

The International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences advocates for the advancement and excellence of investigations involving crimes against animals.

The International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences (ISAFS) is committed to improving investigations and evidence collection/analysis in legal inquiries pertaining to crimes against animals. The ISAFS encourages the utilization of animal forensic sciences and veterinary forensic medicine to address various forms of animal crime, including but not limited to animal abuse, neglect, and animal fighting. By prioritizing forensic science education, the ISAFS plays a crucial role in enhancing the competencies of professionals involved in investigating, analyzing evidence from, and prosecuting cases related to animal crime.

Moreover, the ISAFS serves as a valuable resource hub, offering educational materials and support to a diverse range of stakeholders. These include law enforcement officers, animal control officers, animal welfare organizations, legal investigators, attorneys, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians. By disseminating knowledge and expertise, the society aims to empower these individuals and entities engaged in the intricate and multifaceted field of animal forensic science. Through its animal advocacy and educational initiatives, the ISAFS strives to contribute to the advancement of justice and the protection of all animals from various forms of harm.

About

Improving animal crime investigations through science, education, and professional collaboration.

The ISAFS encourages the utilization of animal forensic sciences and veterinary forensic medicine to address animal abuse, neglect, animal fighting, and other legal inquiries involving crimes against animals.

Legal Inquiries

Improving investigations and evidence collection/analysis in legal inquiries pertaining to crimes against animals.

Forensic Science Education

Enhancing the competencies of professionals involved in investigating, analyzing evidence from, and prosecuting cases related to animal crime.

Animal Advocacy

Contributing to the advancement of justice and the protection of all animals from various forms of harm.

Our Mission

Advancement and excellence in investigations involving crimes against animals.

The International Society for Animal Forensic Sciences was founded to advocate for the advancement and excellence in investigations involving crimes against animals.

The Association is organized and operated exclusively for educational and scientific purposes, provides guidance on setting standards for animal forensic sciences, and serves as a global network for forensic scientists, investigators, veterinarians, and attorneys to exchange ideas, serve as mentors, and enhance their investigations.

Resource Hub

Educational materials and support for professionals involved in animal forensic science.

  • Law enforcement officers
  • Animal control officers
  • Animal welfare organizations
  • Legal investigators
  • Attorneys
  • Veterinary technicians
  • Veterinarians
  • Forensic scientists
  • Investigators

Representatives

Executive board and global representatives

The executive board and global representatives are leaders in their respective fields of animal forensic science and are sought out by the public, media, and governments for their expertise and knowledge.

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