Academic Insights are aimed at all those interested in research and developments in the evidence base for high-quality probation and youth justice services.
We commission leading academics to present their views on specific topics, assisting with informed debate and aiding understanding of what helps and what hinders the delivery of services.
Crucially, evidence-based practice is supported by blending key findings and insights from a range of models, disciplines and types of research, as well as from across jurisdictions.
The views expressed in the papers do not necessarily reflect the policy position of HM Inspectorate of Probation.
This report was kindly produced by Alexandra Wigzell and Claire Paterson-Young, reflecting upon the existing desistance literature and its
application to children. They set out key requirements for the application of progressive desistance practice in youth justice.
This report presents the findings from recent research which focused on the concept of hope within the delivery of probation services, recognising that having hope is important for people who have a desire to change.
This report provides a guide for practice and policy, helping all to understand the kinds of practical steps and activities needed to help support people on probation with digital resources as a means to nourish their desistance journeys.
This Academic Insight was kindly produced by Andrew Day and Catia Malvaso who have been working in partnership with Youth Justice in South Australia to develop case management processes and practices that are more trauma-informed and child-centred.
This report examines effective relationship building between youth justice practitioners and crime-involved young people. Relational practice is at the heart of youth justice work, and the Relationship Model (and accompanying guidance) can be used as a reflective resource by practitioners.
This report was kindly produced by David Best, Shelley Duffy and Charlotte Colman, introducing the Inclusive Recovery Cities model which has been introduced in locations across the UK and the rest of Europe.
This report sets out key ingredients for effective work with domestic abuse perpetrators: (i) establishing a sense of safety for victim survivors; (ii) developing and maintaining effective and trusting relationships with perpetrators; (iii) stimulating their curiosity and interest in positive change.
This report was kindly produced by Dr Nina Maxwell, examining service responses to child criminal exploitation. It includes suggestions for more effective multi-agency working and highlights the importance of professional’s building trust and creating safe spaces for children.
This report, kindly produced by Emma Ball and Prof. Michelle McManus, highlights the importance of a multi-agency approach and partnership working in safeguarding, with relevant agencies providing the right support at the right time to address current harms and prevent future harms.
This report sets out six key mechanisms for the effective design and implementation of sport-based criminal justice interventions, potentially leading to longer-term transformational impacts for participants.
