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Harriet Pierpoint is a Professor in the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education at the University of South Wales, affiliated with the Criminology, Policing and Security Research and Innovation Group. She is a leading figure in criminological research, particularly in vulnerability, policing ethics, and justice reform, with active roles in national policy and academic governance.
Her research interests include criminology, criminal justice, vulnerability in legal systems, restorative justice, prisoner rights, green criminology, youth justice, and human rights. She contributes significantly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through her work on social justice and legal equity.
The recent trends in her scholarly output reflect a strong focus on legal vulnerability, prisoner reintegration, ethical policing, and policy development. Her publications span academic journals, books, commissioned reports, and policy briefs, often addressing systemic challenges in the justice system and advocating for reform.
- Faculty Excellence in Learning and Teaching Award 2010
- National Award for Excellence in Teaching Criminology 2022
- USW STARS Excellence Award for 2021/22
Harriet Pierpoint has supervised research projects and mentored emerging scholars, though specific student names are not listed. She has secured and contributed to significant research grants, including a major 2022–2027 project evaluating Swansea’s Neighborhood Policing Teams. Her advisory roles extend to national bodies and police ethics committees, influencing policy on body-worn cameras and voluntary interviews.
She is actively involved in the British Society of Criminology, serving as Co-Chair of the Vulnerability Research Network, member of the Executive Committee, and Regional Chair for Wales. She also contributes as an external examiner for multiple universities, ensuring academic standards in criminology programs.
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