Women and Children as Victims and Offenders: Background, Prevention, Reintegration

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This work compiles experiences and lessons learned in addressing the unique needs of women and children in crime prevention and criminal justice, focusing on the treatment and social reintegration of offenders. It serves as a cross-disciplinary resource for academic and policy-making analyses in both developing and developed countries, advocating for a humane and effective approach to countering delinquency and crime among future generations. The text highlights two global trends—urbanization and education—that will shape development, emphasizing that urbanization will globalize concepts of justice and fairness while education will be influenced by an urban mindset and digital economy. It views crime prevention education as an investment in the sustainable quality of life for future generations and recognizes those involved in crime prevention as essential skill providers. The collection of articles offers findings and recommendations relevant to domestic and international policymaking, aligning with United Nations studies and their educational value. Contributions from lawyers, criminologists, sociologists, and other experts aim to bridge the gap between academic and policy perspectives. The first volume includes a foreword by Marta Santos Pais, an introduction by the editors, and sections on United Nations principles for crime prevention, the importance of quality education, and international research on children, juveniles,