Anthea McCarthy-Jones

Dr. Anthea McCarthy-Jones is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Business at UNSW Canberra. She holds a PhD in International Relations with a specialization in Latin American studies. Her research examines illicit business networks, transnational crime, dark networks, and policymaking in developing nations, with particular focus on Latin America, Asia, and Australia. She has published extensively on these topics, including her 2024 co-authored book Illicit Business and numerous journal articles analyzing crime networks and security threats.

Research Focus: Dr. McCarthy-Jones investigates the organizational structures of 'dark networks' facilitating global illicit activities, particularly emphasizing the roles of brokers and enablers. Her interdisciplinary work spans:

• Transnational organized crime networks across Latin America and Asia
• Neo-jihadist terror networks in Australia
• Illicit business operations and money laundering
• Crime-terror nexuses and state-sponsored illicit activities
• Digital evolution of criminal enterprises

Awards and Honors:

• Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2016)
• Publication Award from Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers (2016)

Professional Engagement: She serves as Board Member and Managing Editor for the Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers (AIPIO) Journal, and is a member of the Australian National Centre for Latin American Studies (ANCLAS). Her research has been featured in East Asia Forum, InSight Crime, The Conversation, ABC News, and other major media outlets.

Teaching: Develops and delivers courses on:

• Management and Governance in Developing Nations
• Illicit Business in the Modern World