Vedije Ratkoceri

Vedije Ratkoceri is a Professor at the Faculty of Law of South East European University in Tetovo, Republic of North Macedonia. Her academic career spans over a decade, with roles including Associate Professor of Criminology and Penology (2024–present), Assistant Professor of Criminal Law and Security (2019–2024), and PhD Assistant (2015–2019).

Education:

• Doctor of Juridical Sciences (2014–2018), Faculty of Law, South East European University
• Master of Law - Criminal Law (2008–2012), Faculty of Law, State University of Tetova
• Graduated Lawyer (2004–2008), Law Faculty, South East European University

Research Focus: Dr. Ratkoceri specializes in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Child Sexual Abuse, and Legal Reforms. Her work explores the intersection of Criminology, Human Rights, and Penology, particularly in the Western Balkans. She has contributed to international conferences and journals on topics such as chemical castration, juvenile delinquency, and space law.

Publications: Her recent works examine domestic violence legislation in North Macedonia (2023), juvenile sexual abuse (2021), and chemical castration as a criminal sanction (2017–2020). She also addresses environmental law and orbital pollution (2023).