Fieldwork Experiences in Criminology and Security Studies: Methods, Ethics, and Emotions

Session Submission Type: Pre-arranged Panel

Abstract

This pre-arranged panel explores the fieldwork experiences of scholars researching topics that include sex workers, ethnic minorities such as the Roma, gang members, church members, and individuals involved in parties. All panelists are united through their contribution as co-authors to the book 'Fieldwork Experiences in Criminology and Security Studies: Methods, Ethics, and Emotions' by Diaz, del Real, and Molnar (2023).

Subtopic

• Topic 8: Methodologies in Criminology / Advances in Qualitative Methods (Qualitative Methods WG)

Chair

• Lorena Molnar, University of Lausanne

Individual Presentations

• Silence of the Altars: Researching Sexual Abuse in Religious Institutions in Catalonia (Spain) - Marc Balcells, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya; Josep Tamarit, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya

• Gangs: Fieldwork experiences, ethical dilemmas, and emotions in youth street groups research - CARLES FEIXA PAMPOLS, Pompeu Fabra University

• Conducting Criminological Practitioner Research with Sex Workers in Switzerland - Lorena Molnar, University of Lausanne