Roundtable: Twenty-First Century Crime Issues in the Caribbean: Terrorism, Female Victimization and LGBTQQ Concerns

Session Submission Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract

The Caribbean is one of the most diverse areas in the world as evidenced by its unique culture, beautiful landscapes, history, and people. While these islands are known for their idyllic beaches and resorts, and the perfect wedding destination, many of these islands, especially the English-speaking islands, share the common problem of a high crime and violence rate. Many Caribbean scholars agree that not nearly enough is known about the levels and causes of these crimes. The Caribbean Crime and Justice Study group will explore some of these major crime problems faced by these countries.

Sub Unit

• Area XIII: Roundtable Sessions

Division of Special Interests

• Divisions of Special Interest / Division on Terrorism & Bias Crime

• Divisions of Special Interest / Division on Women & Crime

Chair

• Sherill Morris-Francis, Mississippi Valley State University

Discussants

• Lorna Elaine Grant, North Carolina Central University

• Marika Dawkins, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

• Asheka Jackson, Simon Fraser University

• Toycia Collins, Sam Houston University

• Jacqueline Rhoden-Trader, Coppin State University

• Fay Williams, Northern Caribbean University