Victim Researcher Profile

BIO

I have performed extensive research in the following areas: cybercrime victimization of adolescents and young adults, human trafficking/prostitution, and sexual victimization of inmates. In regards to cybercrime, I have worked with public high schools to investigate cybervictimization and offending practices, as well as to develop programs. I am currently working with the North Carolina DPS to develop a risk assessment tool for sexual victimization in prison. Lastly, I am working with law enforcement across the U.S. regarding findings from a study of law enforcement practices for combating human trafficking and prostitution.

VICTIMIZATION FOCUS

Bullying, Campus Sexual Assault, Child Abuse and Sexual Abuse, Dating Violence (Teen), Domestic and Family Violence, Sexual Abuse or Violence (other than campus sexual assault), Stalking, Trafficking in Persons

SPECIAL POPULATIONS

Child victims, Formerly incarcerated victims

RESEARCH EXPERTISE

Community-based participatory research, Data collection, Descriptive studies, Needs assessment, Program evaluation, Qualitative studies, Quantitative studies

VICTIM RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Community-based participatory research, Data collection, Descriptive studies, Qualitative studies, Quantitative studies