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Lancaster University @lancasteruni.bsky.social · Jul 2

Congratulations to Prof Charlotte Baker (@cabaker.bsky.social) of @globalaffairslu.bsky.social and @lulawcrim.bsky.social PhD student Biobele Danagogo for their involvement in the report, which was launched on Monday (3/3)

Read the report 👇

International Network Against Witchcraft Accusations and Ritual Attacks

www.theinternationalnetwork.org

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Lancaster University @lancasteruni.bsky.social · Jul 2

A new report we've co-authored with The Australian National University reveals that important legislation designed to stamp out the barbaric practices related to accusations of witchcraft is rarely used (1/3)

@globalaffairslu.bsky.social | @lulawcrim.bsky.social | @cabaker.bsky.social

Legislation not the ‘silver bullet’ in fight against barbaric practices - Lancaster University

Every year thousands of people globally are wrongly accused of witchcraft, often with fatal consequences yet, says new research by Lancaster University, legislation designed to stamp out the barbaric ...

www.lancaster.ac.uk

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Jun 25

Congratulations to Dr Linda Cusworth and the research team behind ‘Permanently Progressing?’ awarded Herald Research Project of the Year! This vital study is shaping policy for care-experienced children in Scotland.
www.lancaster.ac.uk/news/study-i...

Study into looked after children named Herald Research Project of the Year - Lancaster University

Researchers from Lancaster University are celebrating success after a collaborative study into Scotland's most vulnerable children was named Herald Research Project of the Year.

www.lancaster.ac.uk

Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · May 20

Big clap to team Preppy Kids from Willow Lane Primary School in Lancaster for their brilliant School Tasking video.
Proud to see our Law School students Beth Porter, Condoleezza Messam, Paul Zheng ,and Tom Lee supporting them on their journey to the Champion of Champions final! 🏆 #SchoolTasking

School Tasking @schooltasking.bsky.social · May 14

Please can we take a moment to marvel at what a team of 9-10 year olds can do in 45 minutes when given some Lego & an iPad?

Video courtesy of one of our brilliant #SchoolTasking finalist teams, the Preppy Kids, who were working with Lancaster University 👏

See you at the Champion of Champions! 🏆

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Lancaster University @lancasteruni.bsky.social · May 19

As the assisted dying debate continues, Prof Nancy Preston of the IOELC and Prof Suzanne Ost of Lancaster Uni Law School explore the 5 questions that need answering before it can work in practice 👇

@nancypreston.bsky.social | @ioelc.bsky.social | @lulawcrim.bsky.social | @uk.theconversation.com

Assisted dying: five questions that need answering before it can work in practice

Legalising assisted dying is one thing. Funding, staffing, medication, legal oversight - that’s the real test.

theconversation.pulse.ly

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · May 14

Research Away Day - great to reflect on and celebrate the vibrant research culture and the impactful research in the Law School this year!!! Excited about the breakthroughs in the year ahead!!

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Claire Fitzpatrick @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social · May 12

Brilliant Harm, Crime & Criminalisation Centre event at Lancaster Castle on Friday organised with @vcanning.bsky.social on 'Emotionally Impactful Research'.

We often focus on research findings without space to think how the work makes us feel.

Fab keynote by Geetanjali Ganjoli, & great discussions

View through the 'HMP Lancaster Castle' gate at Lancaster Castle

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · May 6

We're recruiting mock jurors for upcoming mock criminal trials. This unique opportunity will take place in our replica courtroom at Lancaster University. Your participation will greatly contribute to understand the justice system in England and Wales!
www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/education/la...

Lancaster researchers on the case to find mock jurors in the name of justice

A new appeal for members of the public to step forward and take part in a mock trial as mock jurors has been launched by a team of researchers at Lancaster University Law School.

www.lancasterguardian.co.uk

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Apr 28

Join us for the Eleanor Rathbone Social Justice Public Lecture Series! Professor @vcanning.bsky.social will explore the intersection of torture, violence, and asylum regimes.
🗓 30 April 2025 17:30–19:30 📍University of Liverpool
Register here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/events/event...

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Apr 8

🚨 Just published: Highlights from our #InsolvencyLaw conference at Lancaster Castle! Hosted by Dr John Wood, with leading voices from academia & practice, we explore reform & future directions. Read the blog here:
www.lancaster.ac.uk/law/blog/ref...

Reforming Corporate Insolvency Law for the 21st Century: Shaping the Future of Insolvency - Lancaster University

On the 28th March 2025, Dr John Wood hosted a notable conference at Lancaster Castle, with Dr Sofia Ellina, Dr John Tribe, and Prof. Emeritus David Milman acting as chairs. The conference focused on t...

www.lancaster.ac.uk

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Victoria Canning @vcanning.bsky.social · Mar 13

Have been doing some work on Criminologies of Witchcraft persecution and torturous violence - new podcast 👇🏽 Thanks to Sarah and Josh @witchhunt.bsky.social for all their work challenging abuse

The Thing About Witch Hunts @witchhunt.bsky.social · Mar 12

New Episode - New Insight!
Victoria Canning: Perspectives on Criminology, Witchcraft Persecution, Violence, and Torture witchhuntshow.com/2025/03/11/v...

Victoria Canning: Perspectives on Criminology, Witchcraft Persecution, Violence, and Torture

In this episode, Professor Victoria Canning examines the connection between criminology and witchcraft persecution, emphasizing the concept of "torturous violence." This approach highlights the damagi...

witchhuntshow.com

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Apr 2

Join us in celebrating Professor Emeritus David Milman’s retirement from Lancaster University with talks on his research, policy impact, and role in establishing a foundation of excellence in insolvency research at the university.Register: forms.office.com/e/kAQhZumLan

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Mar 26

A brilliant evening at the Crim Ball with our amazing law school staff! Huge thanks to the Criminology Society for organising such a fantastic event!

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Michael Doherty @dohertylawteach.bsky.social · Mar 25

Very pleased to see this short article with @veronanid.bsky.social and @parkendlydia.bsky.social on the Connecting Legal Education Fest published in the Law Teacher.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

It's a joy to work and to write with Verona and Lydia.

Joy, connection and doing things differently: reflecting on the connecting legal education “Fest”

In this short piece, we provide a reflection on the inaugural Connecting Legal Education Fest. In doing so, we draw on three core themes – joy, connection, and doing things differently – that helpe...

www.tandfonline.com

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Claire Fitzpatrick @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social · Mar 6

Fantastic to see this much-needed focus on girls, & the announcement that girls must no longer be held in Young Offender Institutions. So pleased to see our work showing the vital importance of a focus on care-experienced girls referenced @lulawcrim.bsky.social
www.gov.uk/government/p...

Delivering the best for girls in custody

An independent review into placements and care for girls in the Children and Young People Secure Estate.

www.gov.uk

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The Pentland Centre for Sustainability in Business @pentlandcentre.bsky.social · Feb 20

If you haven't yet listened to our fascinating #TransformingTomorrow episode on the development of a global plastics treaty with Dr Alexandra Harrington of @lulawcrim.bsky.social ...what are you waiting for? @thepaulturner.bsky.social

Listen and subscribe here: https://buff.ly/4jZmVZv

Dr Alexandra Harrington speaks into a large black microphone, sitting in front of a wall with black and red squares of soundproofing material.

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Claire Fitzpatrick @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social · Feb 24

What a pleasure to have the amazing @proflizkelly.bsky.social speak at Lancaster Uni on Friday on 'Revisiting Surviving Sexual Violence'. Inspirational talk & so much to think about! Organised by our own @vcanning.bsky.social for new Harm, Crime & Criminalisation centre @lulawcrim.bsky.social

Picture of Professor Liz Kelly & Professor Vicky Canning

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Feb 10

Still time to register and join us for the public lecture on 'Revisiting Surviving Sexual Violence'!

Victoria Canning @vcanning.bsky.social · Jan 24

1st post on Blue Sky is the great news that @proflizkelly.bsky.social will be joining us at @lulawcrim.bsky.social for a public lecture 'Revisiting Surviving Sexual Violence'

Could not be more relevant now

21st February in #Lancaster - free to attend, registration required, all welcome 🔥

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Feb 7

For the Law School’s Research Seminar Series this week Dr Claire Fitzpatrick discussed her insightful and timely paper 'Power in the court room: From judicial perspectives to judicial rehabilitation. @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Jan 31

This week at the Law School’s Research Seminar Series, Dr Zanele Nyoni-Wood shared insights on the Lancaster University Africa Research Hub, joined by Dr Yakubu Salifu & Dr Nkechi Azinge-Egbiri. Exciting workshops & knowledge exchange with Ghana & Malawi ahead! 🌍
www.lancaster.ac.uk/africa-resea...

Lancaster University Africa Research Hub - Lancaster University

www.lancaster.ac.uk

Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Jan 27

Two fascinating talks at this week’s School Research Seminar Series:
Dr Rachel Heah explored pet custody disputes in the context of family law in her presentation; and
Dr Nkechi Azinge on ‘FATF Greylisting Implications and
Learnings from a Global South Perspective: Nigeria as a Case Study'

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Claire Fitzpatrick @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social · Jan 24

Very excited to have @proflizkelly.bsky.social coming to @lulawcrim.bsky.social in February for this important and timely public lecture!

Victoria Canning @vcanning.bsky.social · Jan 24

1st post on Blue Sky is the great news that @proflizkelly.bsky.social will be joining us at @lulawcrim.bsky.social for a public lecture 'Revisiting Surviving Sexual Violence'

Could not be more relevant now

21st February in #Lancaster - free to attend, registration required, all welcome 🔥

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Victoria Canning @vcanning.bsky.social · Jan 24

1st post on Blue Sky is the great news that @proflizkelly.bsky.social will be joining us at @lulawcrim.bsky.social for a public lecture 'Revisiting Surviving Sexual Violence'

Could not be more relevant now

21st February in #Lancaster - free to attend, registration required, all welcome 🔥

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Claire Fitzpatrick @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social · Jan 16

Great to see this blog post out by our fantastic student, Omoye, who recently graduated with an LLM Criminology & Criminal Justice, and who is a brilliant advocate for improving support for those with care-experience

Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Jan 16

🎓 Our recent LLM Criminology and Criminal Justice graduate, Omoye Akhigbe, shares insights from her dissertation on mental health challenges among care-experienced children. Supervised by @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social this blog is very timely. www.lancaster.ac.uk/law/blog/adv...

Adverse Influence, Mental Ill Health, Risk, and Criminalisation: Does mental ill health increase the incidence of criminalisation of care-experienced children in England? - Lancaster University

Omoye Akhigbe is an advocate for children in care, committed to addressing the systemic injustices that trap these vulnerable people in cycles of criminalisation. She emphasises the need to end the cr...

www.lancaster.ac.uk

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Lancaster Law and Criminology @lulawcrim.bsky.social · Jan 16

🎓 Our recent LLM Criminology and Criminal Justice graduate, Omoye Akhigbe, shares insights from her dissertation on mental health challenges among care-experienced children. Supervised by @clairefitzpatrick.bsky.social this blog is very timely. www.lancaster.ac.uk/law/blog/adv...

Adverse Influence, Mental Ill Health, Risk, and Criminalisation: Does mental ill health increase the incidence of criminalisation of care-experienced children in England? - Lancaster University

Omoye Akhigbe is an advocate for children in care, committed to addressing the systemic injustices that trap these vulnerable people in cycles of criminalisation. She emphasises the need to end the cr...

www.lancaster.ac.uk

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