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Graham Ellison is a Professor at Queen's University Belfast's School of Law, affiliated with the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice (ICCJ). His work focuses on policing, sex work regulation, security sector reform, and post-conflict societies. He holds a PhD and has extensive experience in Northern Ireland's policing history and colonial policing models. Ellison leads research projects funded by institutions like the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust, including a four-city study on sex work regulation and a review of Northern Ireland's sex purchase legislation.
His academic career spans Keele and Staffordshire Universities before joining Queen's in 2000. Notable collaborations include co-authoring Policing, Development and Globalisation and advising on policy for the Department of Justice. Ellison actively supervises PhD students on topics like sex work and policing reform.
- Research Highlights:
- Historical and colonial policing dynamics in Northern Ireland
- Globalization of policing models and security sector development
- Evaluation of sex work policies and victimization studies
- Military offending patterns and psychosocial maturity research
Ellison has contributed to over 55 research outputs, including books, chapters, and peer-reviewed articles. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing justice and peacebuilding. He frequently engages with media and policy bodies, advocating for evidence-based approaches to policing and sex work regulation.
- Grants & Projects:
- R1273LAW: Policing and Regulation of Sex Work (2012–2014)
- R1148LAW: Policing, Globalizing and Development (2009–2011)
Ellison’s work extends beyond academia through public lectures, advisory roles, and international conferences, fostering dialogue between researchers, policymakers, and communities. His lab and team at the ICCJ drive applied research to address real-world challenges in policing and criminal justice systems.
