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Knowledge and Skills Partnerships in Youth Justice

Jayne Price editor Sean Creaney editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:7th Aug '24

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Providing in-depth insight into different types of knowledge and skills partnerships in youth justice, this book illustrates the importance of collaborative working between academics and professionals, drawing on empirical research and practice examples to present expert analysis of knowledge/evidence production and utilisation in youth justice.

Original and cutting edge, the focus of this edited collection is on different forms of knowledge exchange (transfer) between professionals and academics in the youth justice context. Authored by experts in the field, each chapter presents a series of case studies showcasing the application of theory/evidence to practice, and shedding light on the challenges professionals experience when seeking to understand complex theory and ‘make sense’ of the vast array of empirical data.

Knowledge and Skills Partnerships in Youth Justicewill appeal to students researching youth justice and criminal justice systems. The book will also be useful for practitioners of youth justice, as well as policymakers.

"This book is the first to bring together academics and professionals in youth justice to examine the benefits of exchanging their knowledge and practice. The significant, and accessible, chapters are written by leading academic authors and experienced professionals in the field and offer inspirational examples of a wide range of effective partnership between academics and professionals." - Professor Raymond Arthur, Northumbria University

"The arrival of this book is really heartening. For those of us who have aspired to bridge the gaps between practice, learning and research this represents a major contribution towards furthering that aim. The authors bring their own wide range of applied knowledge, research experience and critical insights to the field at a time of great change, when there are very real opportunities to harness what we know to improve what is offered to young people who experience the criminal justice system. With a variety of contributions from differing perspectives, the book will provide a rounded view of the field, combined with a wealth of ideas about how best to align knowledge and practice to the maximum effect. Throughout the book runs a spirit of exchange and innovation, which highlights the very real gains to be made on all sides from direct and committed engagement between those dealing with the ‘messy realities’ of practice, and those who have the opportunity to document, reflect and inform. This will be a major asset for those involved in youth justice research and education, on all sides." - Professor Roger Smith, Durham University

"This interesting, edited collection is the outcome of a productive new knowledge transfer partnership between the authors and Cheshire Youth Justice Services. Contributors are drawn widely, producing policy relevant discussions that are situated in research and practice, while demonstrating the symbiotic relationship between these domains, through placements, guest lectures and other activities. Consideration of Wales, Scotland and Belarus broadens the scope of discussion in a way that will interest readers from different backgrounds. Ultimately, this valuable volume underlines the importance of meaningful connections between different parties to benefit young people’s treatment and outcomes." - Professor Sarah Brooks-Wilson, University of Birmingham

ISBN: 9781032532622

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 281g

138 pages