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Australian Institute of Criminology

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6243 6666

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25.01.2022 We’ve released a new paper that examines bail practices and policy alternatives in Australia. We explore the vulnerabilities of defendants, the use of risk assessment processes in courts and the availability of pre-trial services. Read the report: bit.ly/31AuJu5

22.01.2022 How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the safety of women? We analysed data from a large online survey and show how financial stress and social isolation increased the likelihood of experiencing violence. Learn more: bit.ly/2HidoPA

21.01.2022 As part of Fraud Week we are highlighting our report Counting the costs of identity crime and misuse in Australia. This report provides detailed information of the most recent estimate of the cost of identity crime on the Australian economy, amounting to $3.1b in 2018-19. bit.ly/3lpgi4e

13.01.2022 Despite the growth in online drug trading, relatively little is known about people who use cryptomarkets to sell drugs. Our latest study helps to shed light on this growing area of drug trade. Learn more: bit.ly/33VOQEL

05.01.2022 Our recent report outlines the development of the Coping with Child Exploitation Material Use Program (CEM-COPE) and explores offender characteristics, recidivism rates and treatment considerations. Read more: bit.ly/2IhdIOM

05.01.2022 This week one of the giants of administrative criminology Russell Smith retires from the Australian Institute of Criminology after 25 years of dedicated service. Russell is an internationally renowned scholar whose worked has helped transform government policy. We wish him the very best in retirement.

02.01.2022 How can we improve the criminal justice response and outcomes for victims of sexual crime? Our latest study synthesises decades of research to correct the myths and misconceptions around sexual offending. Read more: bit.ly/2IxVpF5

02.01.2022 Are dating apps a safety concern? We have reviewed recent literature to explore whether dating app users are at greater risk of sexual violence than non-users. Read the results: bit.ly/3lEIcZX

01.01.2022 This week is Fraud Week, aiming to highlight the issues of fraud in Australia. Our recent report examines the nature, extent and impact of identity crime and misuse in Australia, which is often used to defraud organisations. Read the report: bit.ly/2G4CGQB