September 8-12, 2025

BALI FORENSIC
FESTIVAL 2025

Join the 3rd Biennial Symposium of AFOHR, and Co-Joint with 11th INPAFO, 16th IASR, 11th INPAFNUS, 9th SPIC focusing on Global Perspectives in Humanitarian Forensics - advancing human identification and forensic science.

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AFOHR 2025 Overview

Join the 3rd Biennial Symposium of AFOHR, 11th INPAFO, 16th IASR, 11th INPAFNUS, 9th SPIC, focusing on Global Perspectives in Humanitarian Forensics. This premier conference advances human identification techniques and enhances forensic science applications in humanitarian contexts.

"To be Identified is a Human Rights"- Our mission upholds dignity and justice for helping identifications on Living Missing Persons and Deceased Individuals through cutting-edge of forensics odontology and forensic science and with ethical practices.

Presidential Address

President's Message

A message from Prof. Dr. Emilio Nuzzolese, President of AFOHR, sharing the vision and mission of our organization as we celebrate our 10th anniversary.

Prof. Dr. Emilio Nuzzolese

AFOHR President (2023-2025, 2016-2021)
Turin University, Italy

The Forensic Odontology and Human Rights (AFOHR) is a non-profit entity incorporated under Italian law, dedicated to leveraging humanitarian forensic odontology to advance human rights.

The association also actively advocates for policies that ensure respectful treatment of deceased individuals, influencing policy at multiple levels. Among these initiatives the Declaration of Turin on "humanitarian forensic odontology" adopted in 2023 during the 2nd AFHOR Biennial Symposium, available here.

AFOHR has rapidly evolved into a significant force within the field of forensic odontology. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary in 2025, AFOHR remains committed to its foundational mission of ensuring that forensic odontology's tools and techniques are employed to uphold dignity and justice for deceased individuals who cannot speak for themselves.

AFOHR is invested in educational initiatives, training professionals in forensic odontology and promoting ethical practices within the field, thanks also to the presence of various other disciplines represented in the association, like forensic pathology, anthropology, and fingerprinting.

I first presented the need for promoting human rights in the recovery and identification of missing and unidentified at the 6th International Dental Ethics and Law Society (IDEALS) Congress 2012 Leuven (Belgium), inspired by my mentor prof. John G. Clement.

This idea gave birth to the group FO4HR-dentifyme on the 5th May 2015 during the Interpol DVI meeting in Lyon (France), which then evolved into a volunteering association in 2016. Since its inception, AFOHR has grown to include 100 members from 30 different countries, each dedicated to the ethical application of forensic science in the service of human rights.

The association seeks to expand its impact and supports global initiatives by offering its expertise pro bono for forensic odontology consultations related to any emergency involving human identification. AFOHR also provides remote and onsite training to civil protection units, NGOs, and law enforcement agencies engaged in the human identification process.

We look forward to welcoming you to Bali for a symposium that promises to be as impactful as it is informative. Together, we will explore innovative solutions and foster global partnerships in the spirit of advancing forensic science and humanitarian efforts worldwide.

Prof. Dr. Emilio Nuzzolese
AFOHR President (2023-2025, 2016-2021)
Turin University, Italy

Welcoming Messages

From Our Distinguished Leaders

Hear from the presidents and chairs of our organizing institutions about their vision for this important symposium.

Dr. Evi Untoro, Sp.FM

Chair of Bali Forensic Festival 2025
President Elect of AFOHR (2023-2025)
H.o.D Forensic and Medicolegal Trisakti University

This year, our symposium focuses on 'Global Perspectives in Humanitarian Forensics', an area of growing importance in our interconnected world. We are dedicated to advancing the field of Human Identification and enhancing the application of Forensic Science in a Humanitarian context.

Our commitment is to uphold the highest standards and incorporate Innovative tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR), while always maintaining a balance between humanity and scientific advancement.

"To be Identified is a Human Rights" - Article 6 of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights-UN; on Legal Identity-International Humanitarian Law

Let's Meet up here in Bali Forensic Festival 2025, INDONESIA on 8th -12th September 2025, we sharing the knowledges, experiences and build a global network among the Forensic Experts.

Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Singh

President, International Association of
Scientists & Researchers (IASR)

"Where Science Speaks for Silent"

In a world where truth is often buried in silence, it is power of forensic science that gives voice to voiceless, justice to wronged, and clarity to uncertain. It is with great honor and purpose that I welcome you to the 16th IASR International Conference on Forensic Science.

Let this conference not only be a forum for scientific exchange but a catalyst for global collaboration, empathy-driven research, and fearless advocacy. I urge each of you to engage deeply, question openly, and imagine boldly.

Thank you for being part of this transformative journey. Together, let us continue to make science not just an academic pursuit, but a beacon of truth in service of humanity.

Prof. Dr. Rakesh .K. Gorea

President INPAFO, INPAFNUS, SPIC
Professor Emeritus, Advisor
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

On behalf of INPAFO, INPAFNUS, and SPIC, it is my profound honour to welcome you to the Bali Forensic Festival 2025, a landmark gathering of minds and missions under the theme Global Perspectives in Humanitarian Forensics.

As we unite in the serene and culturally rich backdrop of Bali, we do so not just to share knowledge, but to reaffirm our shared commitment to human dignity, justice, and scientific integrity. Humanitarian forensics transcends borders—it is the intersection of compassion and expertise.

I invite each of you to bring your experience, your questions, and your passion. Let us engage with open hearts and curious minds, and leave this festival enriched, inspired, and empowered to make a difference.