The Coalition Against Financial Crime (CAFC) is a premier professional organization advancing the anti-financial crime (AFC) community through education, research, advocacy, certification, and cross-sector collaboration.
CAFC serves as a global platform for professionals across the first, second, and third lines of defense, including financial institutions, law enforcement, regulators, technology providers, consultants, attorneys, academics, and other AFC stakeholders working to detect, prevent, govern, audit, and disrupt financial crime.

CAFC was built on a specific bet: that the people closest to the problem should be the ones designing the solution. Its memberships and certification programs are developed by active practitioners with real-world responsibility for managing financial crime risk, not academics working from theory. The curriculum and programming evolve with the industry, covering emerging typologies, AI-driven detection, and the regulatory developments actively reshaping compliance obligations.

The Coalition Against Financial Crime offers three membership tiers. Our standard membership is completely free, no fees, dues, or hidden costs. For professionals and organizations seeking greater access, visibility, and influence within the coalition, we also offer a Professional and Enterprise Membership options with an expanded set of benefits.

Whichever tier fits your needs, getting started is simple. Visit cafc.org/membership, fill out the sign-up form, and become part of a growing network of professionals committed to building a safer financial world.

The CAFC welcomes a wide range of professionals and organizations involved in the anti-financial crime space. This includes compliance officers, BSA professionals, fraud analysts, law enforcement officers, regulators, government officials, fintech and regtech vendors, consultants, and academics. Whether you’re an individual practitioner or represent a large financial institution, there is a place for you in our coalition.

CAFC hosts a robust calendar of industry events designed to keep AFC professionals informed, connected, and equipped with the latest strategies. Our events include high-impact conferences, roundtable discussions, webinars, and networking workshops, all focused on current and emerging financial crime challenges. These gatherings provide direct access to key decision-makers, regulators, and thought leaders shaping the future of financial crime prevention.

Yes. Research is a core pillar of CAFC’s work. We explore topics including the efficacy of current AML and AFC practices, the role of emerging technologies such as AI in financial crime detection, and the evolving tactics used by criminal networks. Our research findings directly inform our policy recommendations, educational programs, and member resources, keeping our community ahead of the curve.

Information sharing is at the heart of everything we do. CAFC provides a streamlined platform where AFC stakeholders can openly exchange intelligence, case studies, best practices, and emerging threat data. By removing bureaucratic barriers and operating free from political influence, we enable the kind of frank, productive dialogue that leads to real results in combating financial crime.

CAFC is a professional organization. We operate independently of any government agency, political party, or advocacy group with a partisan agenda. While we collaborate actively with state, local, federal, and international stakeholders, our coalition remains strictly mission-focused, guided by the principles of integrity, transparency, and the shared goal of eradicating financial crime.

Sponsoring CAFC is a powerful way to align your brand with the leading coalition in the anti-financial crime space while directly supporting a critical mission. Sponsors gain visibility among a highly targeted audience of compliance professionals, law enforcement, regulators, and executives. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and packages, reach out directly to us at info@cafc.org.

There are several ways to stay connected. Join our coalition by becoming a member; members receive priority updates on events, publications, and initiatives. You can also follow us on LinkedIn for daily news, insights, and announcements from the AFC world.