Editorial

Abstract

The first published content in the GW Journal of Ethics in Publishing marks the starting line for conversations that shape the publishing industry. The idea of a student-run journal focused on publishing ethics is an exciting concept that speaks to several key areas supporting the industry. The complexity of issues that feed into misconduct and questionable behavior are often hidden behind the walls of confidentiality and historic taboos that deconstruct the publisher’s brand reputation. In recent years, publishers have become more comfortable sharing experiences and agreeing on practices that present consistent interpretations of scenarios and a framework for thinking through circumstances introduced into evolving landscapes.