Women in
A global directory, network, and platform celebrating women who investigate, analyse, research, and lead across forensic science, criminology, digital forensics, and criminal justice.
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Meet the Community
Oluwayemisi “Yemi” Akande
PhD Graduate · Forensic Researcher
🇨🇦 Canada
Heather Ngwenya
Digital Forensics · Data Scientist
🇺🇸 United States
Heather Grant
Forensic Scientist · Expert Witness
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Rinsha Puzhangaraillath Rasheed
Forensic Field Officer · AMRSC
🇮🇳 India
Lillian Sullivan
Forensic Science Student · Athlete
🇺🇸 United States
Rylee Hescock
Chemistry Student · Forensic Science
🇺🇸 United States
Profiles are updated as new members are verified and approved.
Women have always been at the forefront of forensic breakthroughs — from pioneering DNA analysis to leading cybercrime investigations — yet they remain underrepresented in directories, on conference stages, and in the public record of the field. This initiative exists to change that. We are building a verified, public-facing directory of women working and studying across every discipline of forensic science, giving them a platform, a network, and the professional visibility they deserve.
Our Mission & Vision
To Make Women in Forensic Science Visible
Our mission is to build a verified, searchable global directory of women working across forensic science, criminology, digital forensics, and criminal justice — and to back that directory with real, meaningful professional opportunities: publishing, mentorship, events, and research visibility.
We believe that representation is not a passive outcome — it is an active investment. Every profile we publish, every article we platform, and every workshop we facilitate is a deliberate step toward a more equitable forensic profession.
The World's Leading Network for Women in Forensics
We are building the go-to global resource for any woman working or studying in the forensic and investigative sciences — a platform where they are discovered by employers, cited by journalists, invited to speak at conferences, and connected with peers and mentors across borders and disciplines.
A world where no woman doing groundbreaking forensic work goes unrecognised because she lacked access to the right platform or the right network.
What You Get
Verified Public Profile
Your name, role, institution, specialty, and biography listed in our publicly searchable global directory — discoverable by employers, journalists, conference organisers, and collaborators worldwide.
Article Publishing
Submit original articles, opinion pieces, case commentaries, and research summaries for publication on Forensic Times — reaching a global audience of forensic professionals, students, and investigators.
Professional Networking
Connect directly with other verified members across forensic science, digital forensics, criminology, law enforcement, and cybersecurity — breaking down the silos that isolate so much valuable expertise.
Research Visibility
Share research summaries, paper announcements, and project updates through our Research & Insights section — bringing your academic and applied work to a broader professional audience.
Mentorship Programme
Access our structured mentor-mentee matching programme — whether you are seeking guidance as a student or researcher, or are ready to mentor the next generation of women entering the field.
Seminars, Workshops & Events
Priority access and discounts to partner seminars, webinars, workshops, and Forensic Times events — covering digital forensics, crime scene investigation, courtroom procedure, cybersecurity, and more.
Summit & Conference Access
Members receive exclusive discounted delegate rates to attend Forensic Times international summits, conferences, and expos worldwide — connecting you with leading practitioners, researchers, and policymakers.
Funded Joint Research
Eligible members can apply for Forensic Times research funding to conduct joint research projects with partners globally — covering fieldwork, collaboration costs, and publication support.
Discounted Certification Courses
Access discounted certification and professional development courses from top universities and training providers — upskill in digital forensics, forensic psychology, crime scene science, and cybersecurity.
Create & Upload Your Own Content
Members can produce and publish original content directly through Forensic Times — including podcast episodes, social media content, video commentary, and written features — building your professional voice.
Funded Field Visits
Members can apply for funded field visits to forensic laboratories, crime investigation units, courts, and forensic research institutions worldwide — gaining direct exposure to real-world forensic operations.
Exclusive Jobs Board Access
Access a members-only forensic careers board featuring verified job listings, internship placements, and research positions from forensic science labs, law enforcement agencies, and universities worldwide.
The evidence does not care who collects it. The field should not either. Women in forensic science deserve a platform equal to the work they do.
Who Can Join
Forensic Scientists
Lab analysts, DNA specialists, toxicologists, pathologists, and crime scene examiners
Digital Forensics
Digital forensic analysts, incident responders, cybercrime investigators, and e-discovery professionals
OSINT Professionals
Open source intelligence analysts, HUMINT practitioners, threat researchers, and intelligence investigators
Cybersecurity Professionals
Threat intelligence analysts, SOC professionals, red team operators, and security researchers with a forensic focus
Students & Researchers
Undergraduate and postgraduate students studying forensic science, criminology, or criminal justice
Faculty & Academics
Professors, lecturers, and researchers at forensic science, criminal justice, and law departments
Legal Professionals
Lawyers, prosecutors, defence barristers, and legal academics working with forensic evidence
Law Enforcement
Officers, detectives, investigators, and intelligence analysts at local, national, or international level
Criminologists
Criminal justice researchers, policy analysts, victimologists, and behavioural scientists
AI & Technology
AI researchers, data scientists, and technology specialists working in forensic or investigative contexts
Forensic Accountants
Financial investigators, fraud examiners, and forensic auditors working across financial crime and asset tracing
International Practitioners
Forensic professionals working across borders, international courts, and global law enforcement agencies
Roles & Responsibilities
Maintain an Accurate Profile
Keep your public profile up to date — your role, institution, and specialty should reflect your current position. Notify us of significant changes so your listing remains credible and useful.
Represent the Field With Integrity
As a listed member, you are part of a professional directory. All published content, public statements, and conduct connected to your Forensic Times profile should reflect the standards of the forensic profession.
Contribute Where You Can
Members are encouraged — though never obligated — to contribute: submit an article, participate in a mentorship match, speak at a webinar, or share research. The network is only as strong as its members' participation.
Respect the Community
All members are expected to engage with peers, mentors, and mentees respectfully and professionally. Conduct that brings the network into disrepute may result in removal from the directory.
Support Other Women in the Field
The spirit of this network is mutual uplift. Share opportunities, amplify each other's work, provide references, and connect members across institutions and borders.
Submit Original Content Only
Any articles, research summaries, or written contributions submitted for publication must be original work. Plagiarism or misrepresentation of credentials will result in immediate removal from the directory.
How It Works
Submit Your Application
Complete the registration form above with your professional details — name, institution, role, specialty, a short biography, and an optional profile photo. We ask for your LinkedIn URL for verification purposes only; it is never published without your consent.
We Verify Your Application
Our team manually reviews each application within 5–7 business days, confirming professional or academic affiliation via institutional email and LinkedIn.
Your Profile Goes Live
Once verified, your public profile is published in the Women in Forensic Science directory — searchable by name, specialty, institution, and country. You will receive a confirmation email with your profile link.
Access Your Member Benefits
From the moment your profile is live, you are eligible for all member benefits: publishing opportunities, mentorship matching, event access, research visibility, and priority notification of upcoming workshops and seminars.
Your Work Deserves to be Seen
Join a growing global network of women investigators, analysts, researchers, and leaders. Register your profile today and become part of a growing global community of women in forensic science.