The Journal of the Academy of Forensic Nursing (JAFN) focuses on highlighting scholarship relevant to forensic nursing and allied forensic professionals. There is an emphasis on understanding the quality of the evidence underlying our practice. We also highlight work of the Academy of Forensic Nursing, including the Journal Club, Policy Committee, Ethics Committee, and Research Committee. A value of the organization is to mentor professionals in conduct and dissemination of quality scholarship through our activities – including this journal.