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Forensic Nursing Certification Board
Full text linkAn update from the Forensic Nursing Certification Board (FNCB)
Stone, Symbol, and Leisure: A Reassessment of Geometric Symbols on the Stone-Paved Terrace of Jetavana Stupa, Sri Lanka
Full text linkThis paper examines the presence and potential function of geometric symbols engraved on the stone-paved terrace of the Jetavana stupa in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Despite their frequent appearance in sacred architecture, the purpose of these symbols remains illusive. Scholars have speculated symbolic associations with fertility, menstruation, phallic and yonic symbols, birth, and yantra. Yet such interpretations lack robust archaeological or textual support. Through a comparative archaeological field study of geometric symbols located in the South Indian Hindu shrine of Mahabalipuram and the Jain monastic complex of Shravanabelagola, this research offers an alternative understanding of the engravings at Jetevana. The analysis suggests that these symbols are not ritualistic or religious, rather representing traditional board games, many of which are still played in South Asia today. This interpretation is supported by the spatial placement of the engravings. They are often located in peripheral areas of monastic architecture, where craftspeople may have gathered during breaks. Examples from religious sites of Mahabalipuram and Shravanabelagola in South India have comparable symbols to those at the stone-paved terrace of Jetavana, lending strong support to this interpretation. Ultimately, this study argues that these engravings reflect the social and occupational dimensions of ancient stone artisans\u27 lives, rather than serving any overt religious or symbolic function. This research, with a focus on a specific region, contributes towards an appreciation of the labour of the creators of monumental architecture and the social elements of play embedded within the architectural landscapes of ancient complex societies
The Statue of Tara: A Glimpse into Spiritual Serenity at the British Museum
Full text linkThis research article explores the statue of the Goddess Tara, a significant artifact acquired during the colonial era and housed in the British Museum. Dated to the 8th-9th century CE and unearthed between Trincomalee and Batticaloa, this remarkable statue represents the intersection of spirituality and art in Buddhist culture from ancient Sri Lanka. More than just an artistic achievement; the statue of Tara encapsulates centuries of religious significance and cultural exchange. Positioned at the heart of the South Asian section of the British Museum, the statue allows visitors to engage with the enduring legacy of Buddhist artistry and the tranquillity associated with worship. The study delves into the historical context of Tara\u27s veneration within Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, tracing her cult\u27s evolution from Northern India and its potential diffusion into Sri Lanka through trade networks between India, Tibet, and Sri Lanka. Despite the lack of direct evidence of Tara worship in Sri Lanka according to previous scholarly work, I argue that the dynamic exchange of cultural practices between regions could have facilitated her introduction to Sri Lanka. Ultimately, this exploration of the Goddess Tara serves to enrich our understanding of Buddhist heritage and the spiritual serenity it offers to diverse audiences around the world
Sudharshan Seneviratne: A Personal Appreciation
Full text linkAn appreciation of Sudharshan Seneviratn
Archaeology, a Calling: Professor Sudharshan Seneviratne
Full text linkAn appreciation of Sudharshan Seneviratne
Leading the Future of Forensic Nursing: FNCB Unveils New Executive Committee 2025
Full text linkAn update to the FNCB executive is announced
Products of Heteronormativity
Full text linkThis essay examines and analyzes the core axioms presented in Lauren Berlant and Michale Warners essay “Sex in Public”, further correlating notions of heteronormativity and dominant frames to issues that have become normalized and have ultimately perpetuated the otherness of queerness in society (the process of coming out as it emphasizes the otherness of LGBTQIA+ people)
Crossing Vulnerability: A Study on the Experiences of Victimisation of Unaccompanied Adolescents and Young Migrants in the Basque Country, Spain.
Full text linkMigrant children without family references find themselves in a situation of vulnerability and stigmatisation throughout the migration process. The lack of perception and cognitive development of childhood, together with discrimination and stigma towards foreigners, tend to increase their exposure to different forms of violence, abuse and exploitation. The purpose of this qualitative study is to examine the experiences of victimization suffered by unaccompanied foreign minors residing in a protection centre in Álava-Araba (Basque Country). The data collection consists of nineteen semi-structured interviews with unaccompanied foreign minors aged 13 to 17, from different regions of Africa. The results show that these minors have suffered different forms of victimization both in the country of origin, during the journey and once they arrive in the country of destination
Editorial 1(2) - June 2025
Full text linkEditorial 1(2) - June 2025
We are proud to deliver issue two - Voices from the Margins for (De)Constructing Criminology: International Perspectives. As always, thanks goes to our dedicated reviewers, who generously share their expertise to ensure the quality and integrity of our journal. And I also extend my thanks to the editorial team, whose dedication and meticulous efforts have made this second issue possible.
To support our authors the journal adopts a rolling publication model. These four articles demonstrate the journal’s commitment to showcasing international scholarship and providing access to publishing for early career researchers. This being our first year, we are so pleased to be publishing issue two for volume one.
These four articles tackle an array of complex issues that are not mainstream. These publications deconstruct and reimagine criminology and are explorations that demand our attention. Crossing Vulnerability explores the lived experiences of young people who experience structural, psychological, and physical violence as they cross borders; Reintegration of Sexual and Violent Offenders includes practitioners’ voices about what hinders and aids rehabilitation and reintegration of sexual and violent offenders; It’s Just Men Taking an Interest provokes us to consider how women often unknowingly adapt their lives through unrecognised elements of coercive control; and HIV Non-Disclosure reveals how despite advancements in medicine and law, criminalisation continues and disproportionately impacts the marginalised.
As we move forward, I invite you to engage with us—whether as readers, contributors, or reviewers. Together, we can shape a publication that not only reflects the present state of knowledge in criminology (and its adjacent disciplines) but also charts a course for a path that deconstructs criminology. Thank you for joining us in this exciting publication. I look forward to the conversations and discoveries that lie ahead.Kindly,Dr. D. Scharie TavcerEditor-in-Chie
Early Memories of an Emerging Specialty: The Forensic Nurse
Full text linkRare is the opportunity to witness the birth of a nursing specialty. The article is only one person\u27s memory (confirmed by persons acknowledged) and the challenge is for all who were part of the growth before or during the birth of forensic nursing to contribute their memories too.