As the pre-eminent international professional body for forensic practice both in the UK and abroad, we are the voice for Forensic Practitioners, individuals and organisations related to professionalism in Forensic Science.  We hold Chartered status in the UK, but provide representation, guidance and support worldwide.

The Society's overall aims are to provide opportunities for practitioners, academics and interested parties to congregate, communicate and collaborate. We are committed to providing opportunities for education, training and professional development, promoting and developing professional practice and regulation, and supporting and encouraging research and development.  

The Society is governed by a Council of elected Trustees who are subject to the responsibilities outlined by CC3 The Essential Trustee: what you need to know and supported the office staff.  

The Society represents both its members and the wider forensic community, actively supporting and representing forensic practitoners, as well as professionals from fields such as academia, law, medicine, management, and law enforcement, from student level upwards.  

First, we 'give a voice' to the profession, engaging with organisations and Governments on all aspects of the profession, including areas such as good practice, training & education and professional standards.

Second, we support communication at every level, bringing individuals and organisations together to network, engage in dialogue, and develop common standards and good practice for the profession as a whole.

Third, we support a full range of opportunities for professional development, through our publications and conferences, our Continuing Professional Development scheme, access to academic and vocational training, and through professional status including membership levels and formal Chartered recognition.

All vacant positions on Council are notified to the members each year in the AGM notice. Any professional level member (Asociate, Member, Fellow, Chartered Forensic Practitioner) may put themsleves forward for nomination to Council. Full details of the nomination process is included in the AGM notice.   

If you have specific question, which is not covered under one of the listed categories, please contact info@csofs.org.