OUR MISSION EXPLAINED IN 5 STEPS
Our goal is to help find solution based action in the fight against crime.
Through our experienced forensic DNA experts and key opinion leaders, we offer the data and policy information needed to make DNA database strategy decisions in the following ways:
PODCAST SERIES
Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
PODCAST SERIES
Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
PODCAST SERIES
Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
The Third Annual Forensic DNA Symposium took place in Cape Town, South Africa, from June 12-14, 2023. This event successfully brought together experts in criminal justice and humanitarian forensic fields, with a primary focus on DNA. (see BIO'S of speakers HERE)
We also had the privilege of hosting two exciting PRE-Symposium events:
- An online Media Event our esteemed presenters engaged with media professionals, discussing the crucial significance of accurate forensic reporting. (watch recording HERE)
- An in-person Scientific Workshop led by Professor Bruce Budowle who delved deep into complex DNA subjects, providing valuable insights to participants. (see agenda HERE)
SOUTH AFRICA 3#FDNAS 2023
3#FDNAS PHOTO GALLERY
3#FDNAS PRESENTATIONS DAY 1
DAY 1
SESSION 1
Tuesday 13 JUNE 2023
08h15 - 10h45
DNAforAfrica, ICRC, UNODC
Welcome and Opening Address
Prof. Bruce Budowle
Scientific Solutions for Complex DNA Cases
Dr Kathryn Smith
DNA 'Face Off'
Mr Yasin Farah
The Somjust Programme
Moderator: Dr Vanessa Lynch
Panelists: Prof. B. Budowle, A/Prof. L. Heathfield,
Ms A. Auckloo, Mr Y. Farah, Lt Col. S. Otto
Panel Discussion A
DAY 1
SESSION 3
Tuesday 13 JUNE 2023
14h00 - 15h30
Mr Donald Mushove
Cracking the Code: Zimbabwe's DNA Policy Framework
to Combat Serial Sex Offenders
Ms Asha Auckloo
Sharing Practices:
Lessons Learned from the Mauritius FSL
A/Prof. Ryan Blumenthal
The Imperative of Mandatory DNA Sampling in Homicide Cases for Advancing Justice
DAY 1
SESSION 2
Tuesday 13 JUNE 2023
11h00 - 13h15
Prof. Robert Green
Efficiency and Value Derived from Science
Led Investigations
Ms Carla Pessanha Loque
Ensuring Accountability
Adv. Bonnie Currie Gwamo
Navigating the DNA Backlog
Moderator: Ms Carla Pessanha Loque
Panelists: Dr L. Naidoo, Adv. B. Currie-Gwamo,
Prof. Robert Green, Ms J. Wessels
Panel Discussion B
DAY 1
SESSION 4
Tuesday 13 JUNE 2023
15h45 - 17h45
Brig. Fikile Hlalele
The New Gqeberha FSL: A Forensic Turnkey Solution
to Enhance DNA Capacity
Dr Nechama Brodie
Every Contact Leaves a Trace: How to Improve
Media Coverage of Forensic Science
Moderator: Dr Vanessa Lynch
Panelists: Prof. B. Budowle, Lt. Col. S. Otto, Mr D. Mushove, Prof. G.Labuschagne
Panel Discussion C
Dr Vanessa Lynch
General Q&A, Closure
3#FDNAS PRESENTATIONS DAY 2
DAY 2
SESSION 1
Wednesday 14 JUNE 2023
08h15 - 10h45
Dr Vanessa Lynch
Welcome and Overview of Day 1
Dr Francois-Xavier Laurent
Insights into Interpol's iFamilia DNA Database
Brig. Joe Smith
South Africa's Forensic DNA Database
Mr Anthony Wally
Benefits of Implementing CODIS
Moderator: Mr Tim Schellberg
Panelists: Dr F. Laurent; Brig. J. Smith, Mr A. Wally,
Ms A. Auckloo, A/Prof. A. Aamkwaa
Panel Discussion D
DAY 2
SESSION 3
Wednesday 14 JUNE 2023
14h00 - 15h15
Mr Mark Mogle
International Accreditation
and the Value of Collaboration
Mr Innocent Makasa
Forging Africa's First
Forensic Science Regulator In Zambia
Dr Antonel Olckers
AFSA:
A New Era for Forensic Sciences in Africa
Mr Tim Schellberg
DNA Hit of the Year:
Spotlight on Cases that Exemplify the Power
of DNA Databases
DAY 2
SESSION 2
Wednesday 14 JUNE 2023
11h15 - 13h15
A/Prof Aaron Amankwaa
Developing a Forensic DNA Legislative Framework
Mr Stephen Fonseca
Establishing Identity in Conflict and War
Dr Tumi Molefe
Insight to Africa's First Forensic Pathology Institute
Moderator: Dr Vanessa Lynch
Panelists: Panelists: Mr S. Fonseca, Dr T. Molefe,
A/Prof. R. Blumenthal, Dr K. Smith
Panel Discussion E
SOUTH AFRICA #FDNAS 2023
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