The International Network for Criminal Justice (IN-CJ) is hosting a
focused webinar to examine the role and impact of mental health issues
within the criminal justice system from an international viewpoint.
This session aims to provide insights into how various countries
approach the intersection of mental health and criminal justice. Date:
Tuesday, 7th May 2024. Time: 16:0017:30 UK Time (17:00 to 18:30 CET).
Location: Zoom link given when ticket booked. Facilitator: Dr Coral
Sirdifield, University of Lincoln School of Health and Social Care,
UK. Keynote Speaker: Dr Tonya Van Deinse, University of North Carolina
School of Social Work, USA. Panel Contributors: Professor Charlie
Brooker, Royal Holloway University, London, UK. Aljoscha Schwartz,
Stuttgart, Germany. Shelley Turner, Forensic Mental Health Service,
Victoria, Australia. Session Overview: Discussion on global
perspectives regarding mental health within the criminal justice
system. Consideration of strategies to address health inequalities and
improve system interventions. A question-and-answer segment with the
panellists. Intended Audience: This webinar is suited for criminal
justice professionals, mental health experts, policymakers, academics,
and those with an interest in the nexus of mental health and criminal
justice. Further Information: The session will be recorded and made
available later as a podcast and on YouTube for wider access.
Participants will also have the chance to provide feedback and suggest
topics for future discussions through a post-webinar survey. Join us
for an informative session that aims to foster understanding and
promote dialogue on enhancing mental health support within the
criminal justice system globally. Registration is open; secure your
place today.
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08/05/2024 Last update