University of Lancashire
The Institute of Criminal, Legal and Social Justice (ICLSJ) is a Research and Knowledge Exchange Institute at the University of Lancashire dedicated to advancing understanding of criminal justice, legal systems, social justice, fairness and human rights.
The Institute brings together academics, researchers, practitioners, policymakers and students from a wide range of disciplines to address contemporary challenges facing communities, justice systems and society.
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Research into policing, criminal investigations, offender management, rehabilitation and justice reform.
Exploring legal systems, access to justice, human rights and contemporary legal challenges.
Addressing inequality, exclusion, discrimination and social disadvantage within communities.
Research supporting the protection and advancement of human rights at local, national and international levels.
Investigating issues affecting vulnerable individuals, children, families and communities.
Understanding digital crime, online harms and emerging security challenges.
The Institute works collaboratively with a wide range of organisations across the criminal justice, legal and social sectors. Research is developed with communities and stakeholders to ensure that projects address real-world issues and generate practical solutions.
Achieving positive impact is central to the Institute's work. Research contributes to policy development, professional practice, public debate and improvements in justice systems and community wellbeing.
The Institute aims to be a leading centre of excellence for criminal, legal and social justice research, recognised nationally and internationally for impactful and innovative scholarship.
Through interdisciplinary collaboration, public engagement and knowledge exchange, ICLSJ seeks to address emerging societal challenges and contribute to fairer, safer and more inclusive communities.