The Fourteenth Annual Conference hosted by the Welsh Centre for Crime and Social Justice (WCCSJ) is scheduled to take place at Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cyncoed Campus, on Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th of May 2025.

This year, many fascinating papers will be presented at breakout sessions. Abstract submissions are still being accepted (CLOSING DATE FOR PAPERS: Friday 14th March 2025). For comprehensive information on submitting abstracts, please refer to the attached 'Conference Announcement and Call for Papers 2025' document).

Please Note: The Booking Page is now open. To register your place, please click the link below: Digwyddiadau // Events | University of South Wales

Every year this event brings together academics, policy makers and those working in the field of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research projects or thoughts on policy and practice, gaining valuable insights from peers and scholars across Wales.

The WCCSJ annual conferences allow members to forge connections which have underpinned pan-Wales research initiatives, making them a cornerstone of progress in the Criminology field.

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2025 Plenary Sessions and Final 2025 Conference Programme TBC.