The Forensic Division of @bpsofficial provides a uniquely UK perspective on issues affecting psychologists in corrections. Learn more about them at their website and download the latest issue of "Forensic Update" here bit.ly/4iDn6b8

Do you have a research project in need of financial backing? Apply for one of our two $2500 Student Research Awards, which support new studies in correctional psychology, criminology and justice. Applications are due May 30th...click here to submit! bit.ly/3TUBLp6

IACFP will be sponsoring keynote speaker and noted criminologist Faye Taxman at CRS (being held by ICPA and EuroPris) in Belfast May 13-15. Learn more about her work and her address at the conference here: bit.ly/41ckJ8o

Read a new study co-authored by IACFP Board member Dr. Matt Epperson in the journal "Punishment and Society" about how a progressive prosecutor's tenure can affect incarceration rates and disparities. Access is free to IACFP members -- click here: bit.ly/44q8loE

The Mar/Apr issue of the IACFP BULLETIN includes a look at a study from Criminal Justice & Behavior (CJB)'s 50th anniversary issue on juvenile psychopathy, and how risk or protective factors influence recidivism. Read our summary here: bit.ly/4iORn6I

IACFP recently laid out new global strategies for the organization that we'll be spotlighting this year. This month we're recognizing our value in providing a network for our membership of academics and practitioners to further their practices and careers.

The IACFP Student Research Awards application window is closing...submit your study on correctional psychology, criminology, and justice by May 30th to be considered for a $2500 grant to support your scholarship. bit.ly/3TUBLp6

The refreshed IACFP homepage features our rebranded logo, smoother user experience, and a look at our new strategic pillars. Go explore the new site here: bit.ly/3EZydxq

The Mar/Apr issue of the IACFP BULLETIN looks at a study from Criminal Justice & Behavior (CJB)'s 50th anniversary issue, which revisits a 2000 case-control study on sexual recidivism by using a prospective cohort study design. Read our summary here: bit.ly/42Z5W1K

CRS 2025 in Belfast was an amazing experience, and we were proud to be a major sponsor for this ICPA and EuroPris event. We were especially thrilled to host plenaries by Faye Taxman and Dr. Gillian Buck, and gain new insights from other presenters.

IACFP members enjoy full access to 100+ publications focused on criminiology and psychology -- a valuable library of research right at your fingertips. Learn more and sign up to be a member today! bit.ly/47spXxQ

Throughout Fall/Winter 2025-26, the IACFP board will be supporting our "Helping the Helpers" initiative through a wide-ranging set of professional development topics. Stay connected through our social media or sign up for the IACFP Bulletin for updates! bit.ly/41H7kVa

The annual "Whole Pie" report by Prison Policy Initiative offers a highly detailed look at mass incarceration in the US -- answering questions and confronting misconceptions about the criminal justice system. Read the latest edition here: bit.ly/4l6JJqY

Mental health leaders, clinicians, and administrators are encouraged to attend the Correctional Mental Health Care Conference from 7/20 - 21 in San Francisco, CA. Early bird rates available until June 20 -- sign up today! bit.ly/4jqAT5j

The bi-monthly, members-exclusive IACFP BULLETIN offers CJB article summaries, international news, and much more. The upcoming issue focuses on the value of lived experience for justice-involved individuals. Subscribe to get your first issue: bit.ly/41H7kVa

Drs. Dr. Jennifer Eno Louden and Abigail Tucker presented on ethical considerations in forensic and correctional research at the APA 2025 Conference in Denver, CO last month. Did you miss it? Take a look at their presentation on the conference program site! xcdsystem.com/apa/program/Fb…

The IACFP Board, led by President Emma Regan, had a packed agenda at their meeting yesterday! They heard positive reports about IACFP finances, the 2024 audit review, CJB, and current projects. And, they took action steps to advance the voice of psychology in corrections!

DID YOU KNOW? The Irish Prison Service is taking staff wellness into their own hands. Dr. Sarah Hume and colleages researched burnout intervention effectiveness. They are now implementing changes at the personal and organizational levels. Read more in our upcoming bulletin!

This week Dr. Julie Goldenson and Dr. Kukor presented on Trauma-Informed Supervision (Goldenson et al., 2025) at UNM’s Law & Mental Health Webinar Series. Forensic psychologists are often exposed to potentially traumatic experiences. Thus, TI-supervision is just as important as TI-care.

Great week for IACFP in Oslo, Norway—advancing our 5-year plan, visiting Ila Prison, & learning from global leaders in correctional mental health. Inspired for the year ahead!