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Dr. Stephen Schneider of our Department of Criminology has a new book out, 'An Ontology of Organized Crime: A Meta-Analytical Framework and Enforcement Implications' (Routledge, 2025). Thanks to @mmughees.bsky.social at @halifaxexaminer.ca for this feature story! #SMUCriminology
February 17, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Creating A Fair Society: Join the Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society for this discussion on campus Feb. 11, 11 am-1 pm. The panel: #SMUCriminology Prof. Robert Wright, Dr. Lyana Patrick and local MLAs Suzy Hansen and @lisalachancemla.bsky.social. Register here: cfs2026.eventbrite.ca.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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Prof. Robert Wright of #SMUCriminology has a "six-point plan for keeping sane" and staying rooted in wellness. He spoke about it recently with CBC Mainstreet: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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March 23, 2026 at 8:53 PM
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An independent youth advocate office would play an important role in Nova Scotia, says SMU Criminology Professor Robert Wright. He was among those interviewed by @ange-sometimes.bsky.social and Rebecca Lau in this Global Halifax story: globalnews.ca/news/1143480... #SMUCriminology #artswithimpact
Sex crime charges at Nova Scotia youth centre reignite calls for advocate office - Halifax | Globalnews.ca
A former swim instructor at a provincial corrections facility is facing 66 sex-related charges. It's prompting questions why Nova Scotia still doesn't have a youth advocate.
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September 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Check out this free guide, one of many resources developed by the @diydigsafety.bsky.social research team including Dr. Alexa Dodge of #SMUCriminology! lnkd.in/e-eH3HGY @xadodge.bsky.social #Tech #criminology #YouthOnline #DigitalSafety #CyberAwareness
diydigsafety.bsky.social DIY Digital Safety @diydigsafety.bsky.social · Jan 14
New guide for adults, informed by teens! 📝

If you are a parent, teacher, or trusted adult looking to build an open and trustworthy relationship with your teens so they feel safe seeking support about tech-facilitated harm, this resource is for you! 🫂

Available for free lnkd.in/e-eH3HGY
February 11, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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Tonight at 6:30 pm: All are welcome to #SMUCriminology Professor Robert Wright's class for a guest talk. Sergeant Ray Turner will discuss his 20-year career with Halifax Regional Police, the nature of police work, and tensions that can arise in the politics of policing. More info: loom.ly/lSISDfU
An event poster with a photo of Sergeant Ray Turner in a police uniform. Text: Politics of Policing Guest talk and Q&A Sergeant Ray Turner Halifax Regional Police Wednesday, Nov. 26, 6:30 pm McNally Main 028
November 26, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Up next in the SMU Research Spotlight Series: Dr. Allyn Walker of #SMUCriminology will discuss "How Scholars Can Protect Ourselves and Each Other from Online Harassment in an Anti-Research Climate". Wednesday, April 1, 12-1 pm in the CLARI Hub (AT 340): at loom.ly/dhyadIc. #research #artswithimpact
An event poster with an illustration of a person's hands holding a cellphone, and a small headshot of Dr. Allyn Walker. Lecture description: In a climate of increasing mistrust toward science and researchers, more of us are being targeted in online hate campaigns, threatening our personal safety and our work—especially scholars from marginalized backgrounds. This talk will focus on simple strategies we can take in anticipation of targeted attacks to protect ourselves and our university communities. Wednesday, April 1 | 12-1 pm | CLARI Hub
March 24, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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More community-based supports needed too: Dr. Diane Crocker of our Department of Criminology shares thoughts in this CBC update on Nova Scotia's Domestic Violence Court Program. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... @dianecrocker.bsky.social #SMUCriminology #artswithimpact
N.S. court program looks to counselling to stop domestic violence | CBC News
Since 2018, the Halifax Domestic Violence Court has been one aspect of the province's effort to control a problem it has declared an epidemic. The court, which is now handling more cases involving you...
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July 31, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Up next in the SMU Research Spotlight Series: Dr. Allyn Walker of #SMUCriminology will discuss "How Scholars Can Protect Ourselves and Each Other from Online Harassment in an Anti-Research Climate". Thursday, April 1, 12-1 pm in the CLARI Hub (AT 340). www.smu.ca/fgsr/researc... #artswithimpact
An event poster with an illustration of a person's hands holding a cellphone, and a small headshot of Dr. Allyn Walker. Lecture description: In a climate of increasing mistrust toward science and researchers, more of us are being targeted in online hate campaigns, threatening our personal safety and our work—especially scholars from marginalized backgrounds. This talk will focus on simple strategies we can take in anticipation of targeted attacks to protect ourselves and our university communities.
March 16, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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Dr. Walker's latest publication is "Abolition and Queer Justice," co-edited with Dr. Aimee Wodda of Pacific University. It was released in December by @ucpress.bsky.social. Read more: www.ucpress.edu/books/abolit... #SMUCriminology #artswithimpact
Abolition and Queer Justice by Allyn Walker, Aimee Wodda - Paper
Scholarship is a powerful tool for changing how people think, plan, and govern. By giving voice to bright minds and bold ideas, we seek to foster understanding and drive progressive change.
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March 16, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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Dr. Alexa Dodge of #SMUCriminology and @diydigsafety.bsky.social is a speaker at the virtual Together Against Violence Symposium 2026. Her work tackles crime, violence and justice in our digital society.
🗓️ Feb 25–26, 2026 | 🕐 2–6 PM AST
🔗 Learn more and register: ow.ly/KjLm50Y1iJV #TAV2026
An event poster with a photo of Dr. Alexa Dodge and an illustration of people's profiles in many colours and sizes. Text: Skills for Change: Building Welcoming and Equitable Communities Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Together Against Violence 2026 Annual Symposium February 25-26 2:00-6:00 AST / 1:00-5:00 EST Virtual Dr. Alexa Dodge Associate Professor in Criminology Saint Mary's University
February 11, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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On this snowy afternoon, we're catching up on some recent academic articles co-authored by Dr. @xadodge.bsky.social, a member of the @diydigsafety.bsky.social research team! #SMUCriminology #criminology #digitalcriminology #cybersafety #artswithimpact
diydigsafety.bsky.social DIY Digital Safety @diydigsafety.bsky.social · Dec 10
We often hear the importance of care in research with young people, but what does this look like in practice? 🤔

📣 We're excited to share our latest academic article with concrete strategies that scholars across disciplines can use.

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February 11, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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Published in @thewalrus.ca, this feature story on stalking includes an interview with #SMUCriminology professor Dr. Diane Crocker. @dianecrocker.bsky.social #criminology #artswithimpact
thewalrus.ca The Walrus @thewalrus.ca · Nov 26
When Anastasia Boldiref reported her stalker, police dismissed her terror by asking her to consider what she was wearing. Journalist Sheima Benembarek examines what justice looks like for victims in the gap between the law and lived experience: thewalrus.ca/why-dont-we-take...
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December 5, 2025 at 9:09 PM