Vulnerability and Criminal Justice Network (DisCrim)

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The Network characterises 'vulnerability' as sensory or physical impairments, learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders, dyslexia, neurodevelopmental disorders, traumatic brain injury, mental health conditions, or substance misuse issues. The unique research network endeavours to amalgamate vital programme disciplines from the University, such as Criminology, Police Studies, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Computing, Law and Media Studies (film production for criminal justice agencies).

This network provides a platform for nurturing future partnerships, positioning the University of Sunderland as a hub of excellence in this singular research area on local, national, and international academic stages. The network possesses six primary objectives:

• Engage stakeholders in developing policies, practices, and procedures to provide adequate support for vulnerable victims, witnesses, and suspects within the criminal justice system.
• Expand interdisciplinary connections across the university amongst academics interested in vulnerabilities and criminal justice research.
• Foster an active research culture in the domains of vulnerabilities and criminal justice.
• Encourage discourse and create an environment for the exchange of ideas to enhance the quality of research in this area at the University.
• Establish a collaborative environment to increase research funding, thus elevating the international profile of the University's research regarding vulnerabilities and criminal justice.
• Guide the design and development of effective learning and development products that aid national and international criminal justice agencies in dealing with vulnerable victims, witnesses, and suspects.

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No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

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University of Sunderland
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