This paper discusses the reform of institutions of justice as a way to eradicate violence in society. The use of violence has long been the method by which numerous societies have resolved disputes. However, the resort to violence only tends to engender more violence. Democratic values and the...

School is one of the most important socializing environments for children, since it is where they spend a great deal of time interacting with teachers and peers. However, the persistent spillover of community socioeconomic conditions and violence means that schools and their surroundings are no...

Japan, which has relatively higher paying jobs compared to North America, is becoming a preferred destination for Latin American migrants of Japanese descent, creating an important new remittance market.

This conference discusses the responsibility of media when reporting on crime and the hidden purposes coverage may pursue. The interpretation of crime phenomenon by the press has become a two-edged sword for policymakers and the public. The return to democratic rule throughout the region has...

Apresentação que destaca os resultados de um relatório que analisa as chamadas feitas ao Disque-Denúncia no Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. Apresentação durante o Fórum Interamericano sobre Segurança e Convivência dos Cidadãos em Medellín, Colômbia, em 12 de setembro de 2005.

This document is one of a series of technical notes that describe the nature and magnitude of violence in the region, its causes and effects, and how it can be prevented and controlled. The notes provide useful information on designing programs and policies to prevent and deal with violence....

This document is the one of a series of technical notes that describe the nature and magnitude of violence in the region, its causes and effects, and how it can be prevented and controlled. The notes provide useful information on designing programs and policies to prevent and deal with violence....