The JDI Latin America and Caribbean Unit aims to support improvements in the understanding of crime and the professional development of policing in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region.

About us

Our ambition is to contribute to improving citizen security and the prevention of crime in LAC countries, and support the education of current and future generations of police and public security professionals.

The JDI LAC Unit is part of the UCL Jill Dando Institute of Security and Crime Science, the first Institute in the world devoted to Crime Science. Research at JDI focuses on devising new ways to cut crime and increase security, supported by a strong scientific foundation while embracing a multidisciplinary approach.

A unit that has a LAC focus is in recognition of our growing activities in the region and the opportunities that come from a more coordinated and dedicated approach to how we support research and professional development in LAC countries.

The Unit is directed by Dr Spencer Chainey.

Read more about the LAC unit in our dedicated website.