Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
The NIJ-sponsored Expert Working Group on Human Factors in Latent Print Analysis is clarifying potential sources of error in pattern recognition analysis. It will develop best practices to remove or minimize these sources. NIJ is addressing recommendations in the 2009 National Academy of Sciences’ report titled “Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward.” Specifically, the panelists focus on recommendation 5, which encourages research programs on human observer bias and sources of human error in forensic examinations.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Bill King discusses the operations of the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN), a program through which firearms examiners at state and local crime laboratories compare tool marks on fired bullets or cartridges found at a crime scene to digitized images of ballistic evidence in a nationwide database.
Dr. King headed up a team of NIJ-funded researchers that examined the value of NIBIN database “hits” in solving crimes in which firearms are used. He will talk about the team’s findings and recommendations for improving the tactical value and the strategic value of the NIBIN program.
Dr. King is joined by John Risenhoover, NIBIN’s national coordinator at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, who will discuss how ATF has used the research findings in an effort to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of NIBIN.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Researchers have devoted considerable attention to mass incarceration, specifically its magnitude, costs, and collateral consequences. In the face of economic constraints, strategies to reduce correctional populations while maintaining public safety are becoming a fiscal necessity. This panel will present strategies that states have undertaken to reduce incarceration rates while balancing taxpayer costs with ensuring public safety.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
The tragedy of 9/11 posed unprecedented challenges to forensic science, social science, and physical science and technology — the three bedrock sciences at NIJ. Recovering from the attack and preventing another one have became topmost priorities in the 10 years since the attack. As we approach the 10th anniversary, Gary LaFree discusses how that fateful day impacted social scientific priorities and the outcomes from those changes.
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The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
David Olds, founder of the Nurse-Family Partnership Program, describes the programs long-term impact on mothers and babies who began participating in the program more than 19 years ago. The Nurse-Family Partnership maternal health program introduces vulnerable first-time parents to maternal and child health nurses. It allows nurses to deliver the support first-time moms need to have a healthy pregnancy, become knowledgeable and responsible parents, and provide their babies and later children and young adults with the best possible start in life.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Professor Ed Latessa describes how his team and he assessed more than 550 programs and saw the best and the worst. Professor Latessa shared his lessons learned and examples of states that are trying to use evidence-based knowledge to improve correctional programs.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Change doesn’t come easy, particularly within an institution as large and complex as the criminal justice system. Greg Berman, Director of the Center for Court Innovation, offered lessons from several efforts to make reform stick in criminal justice settings. In particular, he focused on the development of community courts — experimental court projects that are attempting to reduce both crime and incarceration in dozens of cities across the U.S. and around the world. He also drew upon his recently-published book Trial & Error in Criminal Justice Reform: Learning from Failure (Urban Institute Press).
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Janet L. Lauritsen, Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Research tells us that a relatively small fraction of individuals experience a large proportion of violent victimizations. Thus, focusing on reducing repeat victimization might have a large impact on total rates of violence. However, research also tells us that most violent crime victims do not experience more than one incident during a six-month or one-year time period. As a result, special policies to prevent repeat violence may not be cost-effective for most victims.
Dr. Lauritsen summarizes existing research on repeat violent victimization, both here in the United States and abroad. She provides new findings from the National Crime Victimization Survey about the potential impact that reducing repeat victimization might have on rates of violence in the U.S. She discusses possible factors that can be used to predict whether victimization is likely to be repeated and suggest how such information can inform policy and practice. She also discusses several factors, such as persistent exposure to offenders, that appear to be unique to repeat victimization and most relevant to developing effective policies and practices.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Ohio State University Since World War II, the homicide rate in the U.S. has been three to ten times higher than in Canada, Western Europe, and Japan. This, however, has not always been the case. What caused the dramatic change? Dr. Roth discussed how and why rates of different kinds of homicide have varied across time and space over the past 450 years, including an examination of the murder of children by parents or caregivers, intimate partner violence, and homicides among unrelated adults.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
Big shifts must happen to ready teams for a work future that requires agile thinking and collaborating with emerging tech. Organizational psychologist, best-selling author and Wharton professor Adam Grant shares research-backed strategies that help develop leaders and work relationships across an organization as well as help teams practice critical soft skills like analysis and creativity that are often overlooked and undervalued. He explains why future workers will need to become “job crafters,” and the one trait leaders won’t be able to work without. He’ll also share what a college job as a magician taught him about engaging skeptics (and prompting critical thinking) and why he swears by keeping a “To-Don’t” list.
This interview was recorded in January 2025 at the Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland
About this episode:
Adam grant: https://www.youtube.com/@adammgrant
Future of Jobs Report: https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/
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Meet The Leader – Upskilling, tapping human talents, and what’s really needed for the future of work: Cognizant CEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEfNr3mizBY
The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)
As part of the WTO’s Presidential Lecture Series, the WTO welcomes Angela Merkel, Former Chancellor of Germany, on the eve of International Women’s Day.
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
Financial abuse is a common strategy used by those who abuse to gain power and control. The first panelist will discuss how intimate partner violence intersects with economic justice. In the second panelist’s presentation, intimate partner violence shelter approaches and housing policies will be addressed. The final panelist will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on economic security and survivors’ experiences of economic hardship.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
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The crew of Coast Guard Surf Station Noyo River descended upon the rough Pacific Ocean to get in some heavy-weather and surf training on Feb. 19, 2025.
Source: International Criminal Court (video statements)
This week, #ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo, underlining the Office’s commitment to investigate alleged #RomeStatute crimes in eastern #DRC, where violence has escalated.
Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Highlights:
Secretary-General/Bangladesh
Secretary-General/Ramadan Message
Türkiye
Haiti
Ukraine
Sudan
Democratic Republic of the Congo/Jean-Pierre Lacroix
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Occupied Palestinian Territory
Lebanon
Staff Security
SECRETARY-GENERAL/BANGLADESH
Every year, the Secretary-General does a Ramadan solidarity visit, where he likes to visit and fast with a Muslim community, which is facing distress. He began this tradition when he was High Commissioner for Refugees. In his own words, the Secretary-General said that Ramadan embodies the values of compassion, empathy and generosity. It is an opportunity to reconnect with family, with community and a chance to remember those less fortunate. These missions are to remind the world of the true face of Islam.
This year, the Secretary-General will be going to Bangladesh from the 13-16 March. He will travel to Cox’s Bazaar to join an Iftar and meet with Rohingya refugees who have been forcibly displaced from their homes in Myanmar, and also, of course, with the host Bangladeshi communities who have been generously in hosting the refugees from Myanmar.
During his visit, he will also be in the capital of Bangladesh, Dhaka, where he will meet with the Chief Adviser for the interim government, Professor Muhammed Yunus, as well as with young women and men and representatives from civil society.
SECRETARY-GENERAL/RAMADAN MESSAGE
In his annual message at the start of Ramadan, the Secretary-General expressed a special message of support to all those who will spend this sacred time in displacement and violence. From Gaza and the wider region, to Sudan, the Sahel and beyond.
The Secretary-General stands with all those who are suffering and joins those observing Ramadan to call for peace and mutual respect.
TÜRKIYE
On the reports coming out of Türkiye regarding Abdullah Öcalan, the imprisoned leader of the Kurdistan Workers Party, the PKK, and his message calling for fighters to lay down their arms and the PKK to dissolve itself, the spokesperson said that the Secretary-General welcomes this important development. This represents a glimmer of hope, which would lead to the resolution of a long-standing conflict.
HAITI
The World Food Programme (WFP) today said that, as part of their emergency response in Haiti, they continue to provide critical food assistance, cash-based transfers, and hot meals across the Artibonite, Nord, and Ouest departments. This includes $1.2 million in cash assistance, as well as nearly 3,000 meals distributed in border regions to Haitians deported back to their country.
Last week, the WFP organized the first of two humanitarian cargo flights from Panama City to Port-au-Prince. This was the first humanitarian cargo flight to land at the Port-au-Prince airport since its closure lastNovember.
The flight carried medicines, vaccines, and medical supplies for eight humanitarian organizations. A second flight is scheduled in about one month.
Full highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=27%20February%202025
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) partner with U.S. Marines to reinforce the southern border protective barrier near San Ysidro, California. U.S. Northern Command is working together with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with the emplacement of temporary physical barriers to add additional security that will curtail illegal border crossings.
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
More than 200 Members of Youth Parliament will participate in debates in the House of Commons Chamber. This is an important opportunity for young people to speak in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them.
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today is the annual sitting of UK Youth Parliament.
Watch UK Youth Parliament 2025 with British Sign Language (BSL) – https://youtube.com/live/n3bc0NYtOYE
More than 200 Members of Youth Parliament will participate in debates in the House of Commons Chamber. This is an important opportunity for young people to speak in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them.
Watch proceedings throughout the day here on YouTube.
Please note: there will be an approximately 20 minute delay on the live feed from the chamber.
Learn more about this year’s Youth Parliament: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/february/uk-youth-parliament-annual-session-2025/
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today is the annual sitting of UK Youth Parliament.
More than 200 Members of Youth Parliament will participate in debates in the House of Commons Chamber. This is an important opportunity for young people to speak in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them.
Watch proceedings throughout the day here on YouTube.
Please note: there will be an approximately 20 minute delay on the live feed from the chamber.
Learn more about this year’s Youth Parliament: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/february/uk-youth-parliament-annual-session-2025/
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today is the annual sitting of UK Youth Parliament.
More than 200 Members of Youth Parliament will participate in debates in the House of Commons Chamber. This is an important opportunity for young people to speak in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them.
Watch proceedings throughout the day here on YouTube.
Please note: there will be an approximately 20 minute delay on the live feed from the chamber.
Learn more about this year’s Youth Parliament: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/february/uk-youth-parliament-annual-session-2025/
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today is the annual sitting of UK Youth Parliament.
Watch UK Youth Parliament 2025 with British Sign Language (BSL) – https://youtube.com/live/Kc3XrbcEYcA
More than 200 Members of Youth Parliament will participate in debates in the House of Commons Chamber. This is an important opportunity for young people to speak in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them.
Watch proceedings throughout the day here on YouTube.
Please note: there will be an approximately 20 minute delay on the live feed from the chamber.
Learn more about this year’s Youth Parliament: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/february/uk-youth-parliament-annual-session-2025/
Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)
The Young Trade Leaders Programme was established to connect young people with the work of the WTO. Elina Sultanbekova, from Kyrgyzstan, studies International Relations at Corvinus University, in Budapest.
Elina shares her views about the benefits of economic integration in her region.
Download this video from the WTO website:
https://www.wto.org/english/res_e/webcas_e/webcas_e.htm
Nuclear threats are ever more present, with growing posturing from major powers and the proliferation of weapons.
Amid rapid shifts in national nuclear programmes, how will the world confront these challenges and is there an opportunity for renewed commitments to non-proliferation?
Speakers: Kathleen Kingsbury, Edgars Rinkēvičs, Sir John Chipman, Kimberly Budil
The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability.
This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets.
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Research indicates that 3.6 billion people live in areas highly susceptible to climate change and, by 2050, the climate crisis could cause $1.1 trillion in extra costs to healthcare systems around the globe.
How is the resilience of key sectors to climate change being measured and how are key actors responding to safeguard public health?
This session is directly linked to the Climate and Health Initiative at the Centre for Health and Healthcare and the Centre for Nature and Climate of the World Economic Forum.
Speakers: John Steenhuisen, Stéphane Bancel, John-Arne Røttingen, Liza Korsten, Shyam Bishen, David Knibbe, Celeste Saulo
The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability.
This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets.
The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
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