As an institution focused on forensic medicine and related sciences, we serve the community and the courts. Our statutory responsibilities are to provide independent, expert forensic medical and scientific services to the justice system, tissue for transplantation, and to teach and to undertake research. The VIFM provides the justice system with evidence to underpin safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors help investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and assess, treat and support victims of crime. The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues for transplantation and medical research. Our Motto: Veritas Omnia Vincit – Truth Conquers All Our Vision: To advance our role as a reliable and innovative leader in the world of forensic medicine and science. Our Mission: As an independent institute underpinned by ethical principles and a committment to exclellence, our purpose is to: • provide forensic medical and related services to the Victorian public and justice system • contribute more broadly to justice in, and the health and safety of, communities in Australia and overseas • increase knowledge through teaching and research, and • enable the provision of high quality human tissue grafts for transplantation.