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Resources

Websites

IGG Center at Ramapo College - Investigative genetic genealogy in practice, education, and research; providing an IGG Lab, and offering an IGG Workshop course, IGG Certificate Program, a summer IGG Bootcamp, and the RIGG Conference.

DNA Doe Project - A non-profit initiative that uses investigative genetic genealogy to identify John/Jane Doe unidentified remains with all-volunteer research teams.

DNA Justice - A database built for volunteers to upload their DNA results exclusively for law enforcement comparison against profiles of perpetrators and unidentified human remains for identification purposes.

ISOGG Wiki - A free genetic genealogy encyclopedia from the International Society of Genetic Genealogy.

DNA Painter - An award-winning website that can help demystify your DNA results.

FamilySearch - An international, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all people discover their family story.

DNA Adoption - Find your roots through DNA: classes & resources.

Dana Leeds - The Leeds Method of Clustering DNA Matches.

Family Locket - Diana Elder and Nicole Dyer, mother & daughter professional genealogists sharing ideas for finding ancestors.

NamUs - The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System is a national clearinghouse and resource center for missing, unidentified, and unclaimed person cases across the United States.

IGG Education

Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) Certificate Program - Ramapo College of New Jersey, IGG Center.

Fundamentals of Investigative Genetic Genealogy - Florida International University's Global Forensic & Justice Center in partnership with United Data Connect. In-person training in Denver, CO and Largo, FL.

Forensic Genetic Genealogy Graduate Certificate Program - University of New Haven.

DNA and Genetic Genealogy Certificate Program - National Institute for Genealogical Studies.

Investigative Genetic Genealogy Micro-credential - Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Certification

Investigative Genetic Genealogy Accreditation Board (IGGAB) - The IGG Professional Standards are available now and the accreditation exam is currently in development, which will allow applicants to become an Accredited Investigative Genetic Genealogist (AIGG).

Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) - An independent, not-for-profit certifying body that is nationally and internationally recognized.

International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen) - A professional credentialing organization dedicated to testing an individual’s competence in genealogical research.

Genealogy Courses

Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies - University of Strathclyde Glasgow

Certificate Course in Genealogical Research - Boston University

NGS Genealogy Courses - National Genealogical Society

SLIG Genealogy Courses - Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy

DNA & Genealogy - International Open Academy

Canadian Records

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) - Serves as the continuing memory of the federal government and its institutions and as the guardian of Canada’s distant past and recent history.

Censuses - LAC holds an extensive collection of Canadian census records from 1640 to 1926, and for Newfoundland from 1671 to 1945.

Genealogy Quebec - The largest online collection of Quebec historical and genealogical documents. Paid subscription.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission - Find war dead records of the 1.7 million Commonwealth men and women.

Casualty Identification Program - Works to identify newly found skeletal remains and pre-existing unknown graves of Canadian service members from the First World War, Second World War, and the Korean Conflict.

Canada's Missing - Features profiles of missing persons and unidentified remains that have been published at the request of the primary investigator from either police, coroner or medical examiner agency.

GEDmatch

GEDmatch - Comprehensive solutions for genetic genealogy and family tree searches, providing more applications for comparing your DNA test results with the most people worldwide.

GEDmatch Education - A curated list of educational content for both new and experienced users of GEDmatch.

GEDmatch PRO - A dedicated portal designed to support police and forensic teams with investigative comparisons to GEDmatch data.

Genealogical Musings - GEDmatch Admixture Guide.

Conferences

Ramapo Investigative Genetic Genealogy (RIGG) - The world's first conference dedicated exclusively to IGG, to be held next on June 28-30, 2024, at the Ramapo College of New Jersey Campus.

Institute for Genetic Genealogy (I4GG) - Virtual and in-person Genetic Genealogy Conference in San Diego, CA, founded by CeCe Moore & Dr. Tim Janzen.

International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) - Discover the newest advances in DNA technology from top experts in the field in Denver, Colorado. September 23-26, 2024.

RootsTech - The world’s largest family history conference, brought to you by FamilySearch. RootsTech 2025, March 6-8.

East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference - Dedicated to education on the use of Genetic Genealogy, both online and in-person at the Maritime Conference Centre in Maryland. ECGGC 2024 coming this fall, October 4-6.

Genealogical Memberships

International Society of Genetic Genealogy (ISOGG) - Mission: Advocate for and educate about the use of genetics as a tool for genealogical research while promoting a supportive network for genetic genealogists.

National Genealogical Society (NGS) - A leader in genealogical education with its conferences, seminars and workshops, research tours, books, magazines and journal.

Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) - A not-for-profit, professional organization dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the genealogical profession.

Utah Genealogical Association (UGA) - Provides genealogical education and information for researchers at all levels, supporting members from across the nation.

Ontario Ancestors – The Ontario Genealogical Society - Founded in 1961, a registered non-profit corporation, Canadian charity, and Canada’s largest member supported genealogical organization.

Blogs

DNA Painter Blog - By Jonny Perl, the creator of DNA Painter.

The DNA Geek - Dr. Leah Larkin's science & genealogy blog.

Jennealogie - Jennifer Wiebe's genealogy & FIGG blog.

DNAeXplained - Roberta Estes' genetic genealogy blog.

Books

Genealogy Standards - Board for Certification of Genealogists

The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy - Blaine T. Bettinger

Genetic Genealogy in Practice - Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne

Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide - Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer

Your DNA Guide, the book: step-by-step plans to connect you with your family using your DNA - Diahan Southard

Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence - Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer & Robin Wirthlin

Evidence Explained: Citing History Sources from Artifacts to Cyberspace - Elizabeth Shown Mills

I Know Who You Are: How an Amateur DNA Sleuth Unmasked the Golden State Killer and Changed Crime Fighting Forever - Barbara Rae-Venter

The Lost Family: How DNA Testing Is Uncovering Secrets, Reuniting Relatives, and Upending Who We Are - Libby Copeland

The Girls Who Went Away: The Hidden History of Women Who Surrendered Children for Adoption in the Decades Before Roe V. Wade - Ann Fessler

The Forever Witness: How DNA and Genealogy Solved a Cold Case Double Murder - Edward Humes

All That Remains: A Life in Death - Sue Black

Facebook Groups

DNA Detectives - Genetic genealogy group focused on using DNA to find biological family for adoptees, foundlings, donor-conceived individuals, unknown paternity and all other types of unknown parentage cases.

Genetic Genealogy and Society - Provides a platform for level-headed discussions of polarising topics on the ethical, societal and cultural issues arising from the use of genetic genealogy.

Genetic Genealogy Tips & Techniques - A place to discuss topics in DNA ranging from beginner to advanced.