Research with young victims of crime

Overview

As part of its five-year victim and witness strategy, the Department of Justice has undertaken research into the criminal justice experiences of young victims of crime. The research analysed the information provided by 21 interviews, involving 12 young victims and 14 parents/carers, as well as a workshop with the NSPCC Young Witness Service. Having considered the research findings the Department, in conjunction with our criminal justice system and voluntary sector partners, has prepared a response paper and action plan setting out the position on the issues raised during the research and the actions to be taken to improve the services provided to young victims of crime.

Outcome of research

• Research into the experiences of young victims of crime: Summary of key findings
• DoJ research response and criminal justice action plan into the criminal justice experiences of young victims of crime

Initiatives

• The strategy for victims and witnesses of crime
• The victim charter
• The research in to experience of bereaved families
• The research into the experience of victims of domestic abuse and violence
• The research into the experience of victims of sexual abuse and violence

Contact

For further information on the work by the DoJ in relation to victims and witnesses of crime please contact:

Victims and Witnesses Branch
Room A4.01
Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 SG
Tel (028) 9052 0534