Pediatric Medical Forensic Subcommittee (P-MFC) Member Site
Welcome, P-MFC members! This page serves as a central space for current P-MFC members to stay informed, collaborate, and access important resources related to our work. Here, youβll find meeting schedules, project updates, documents in need of review, and essential guidelines to support our collective efforts in strengthening Oregonβs pediatric medical-forensic response.
About This Page
P-MFC Mission
This is a subcommittee branching from the Medical Forensic Committee (MFC), which works to develop an effective medical response to and standardize the care of sexual assault survivors across the state. The development of this group is in recognition of the need for specialized efforts and coordination relating to response efforts involving the pediatric population.
Member Site: Purpose & Key Context
This page is a dedicated workspace for current and active members of the Oregon Pediatric Medical Forensic Subcommittee (P-MFC). It is designed as an internal resourceβnot a forward-facing siteβto facilitate collaboration, track ongoing projects, and provide access to important materials related to our work.
This page is intended to serve as a centralized hub for MFC members to:
β Access and contribute to working documents, protocols, and guidelines
β Stay updated on current projects and priority action items
β Review and submit resources that need updates or revisions
β Find meeting agendas, minutes, and key takeaways
β Engage and collaborate on initiatives
Because this is an internal, evolving workspace, members are asked to refrain from sharing draft materials outside of this space until they have been finalized and approved.
As a living workspace, this page will evolve with our work. Please check back regularly for updates and opportunities to contribute.
If you have suggestions for improvements or need assistance accessing materials, reach out to the P-MFC liaison at sane@oregonsatf.org.
Resources
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π Medical Forensic Committees & Associations
Oregon-Specific
π Oregon Medical Forensic Committee (MFC)β Statewide forensic healthcare guidance.
π Oregon Child Abuse Solutions (OCAS)β Statewide network for child advocacy centers.
National
π National Childrenβs Alliance (NCA) β Multidisciplinary child advocacy & forensic services.
π International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) β National forensic nursing standards & training.
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π Key Funding Sources
π SAVE Fund (Sexual Assault Victims Emergency Fund) β Covers medical-forensic exam costs.
π Crime Victims Compensation (CVC)β Reimbursement program for victims of violent crime.
π Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Intervention (CAMI) Programβ Supports child abuse response & forensic services.
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π Oregon-Specific Laws & Policies
π Mandatory Reporting Laws β Oregon
π Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 147 β Victimsβ Rights & Compensation
π Legislative Updates on Child Forensic Medical Response (Link to legislative tracking or summaries from advocacy groups)
π National Legislation
π Childrenβs Justice Act (CJA) β Federal funding for child abuse investigation improvements.
π Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) β Federal protections & funding for victims, including forensic exam reimbursement.
π Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) β Federal framework for child protection & forensic responses.
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π Oregon Forensic Medical Guidelines
π National Best Practices & Protocols
π IAFN Pediatric Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) Guidelines
π National Protocol for Pediatric Sexual Abuse Medical Forensic Examinations (DOJ resource for forensic exams in pediatric cases, 2016)
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π National & State Position Statements
π National Childrenβs Alliance (NCA) White Papers on Child Forensic Practices
π Oregon MFC Position on Law Enforcement Exclusion from Medical Exams
π Relevant Research & White Papers
Best Practices for Pediatric Strangulation Evaluations (Link to white paper or publication.)
Multidisciplinary Approach to Child Abuse Investigations (Link to NCA or OCAS research.)
Forensic Photography in Pediatric Cases (Guidance or expert recommendations.)
Meetings
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The MFC meets quarterly to discuss ongoing projects, review updates, and collaborate on key initiatives.
These meetings are held virtually on the third Monday of March, June, September, and December from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (PST).
2025 Meeting Dates:
March 17
June 16
September 15
December 15
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Meeting agendas will be posted prior to each meeting, and minutes will be uploaded after for reference.
Upcoming Agenda:(Coming Soon!)
Past Meeting Minutes:
For P-MFC Minutes Prior to those listed, Please Contact SANE Coordinator at sane@oregonsatf.org
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Members are encouraged to contribute to agenda topics for upcoming meetings.
If there are specific issues, updates, or discussion points you would like to see included in a future P-MFC meeting agenda, please submit your topic using the form below.
Please submit a topic at least two weeks prior to the scheduled meeting to allow time for agenda inclusion.
Submit an Agenda Topic Here [FORM PENDING]
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In addition to our regularly scheduled quarterly meetings, the MFC may hold ad hoc or additional meetings as needed for things such as:
Special projects
Workgroups focused on specific initiatives
Time-sensitive discussions or urgent matters
These meetings are scheduled on an as-needed basis, and detailsβincluding dates, times, and Zoom linksβwill be posted here when applicable.
π Check back for updates on upcoming special meetings!
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The broader Oregon MFC meets quarterly to discuss ongoing projects, review updates, and collaborate on key initiatives.
These meetings are held virtually on the third Tuesday of January, April, July, and October from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PST).
P-MFC Members are welcome to join to broader MFC, or attend meetings as guests.
2025 Meeting Dates:
January 21
April 15
July 15
October 21