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Citizen Security in Venezuela
Rates of crime and violence in Venezuela are among the highest in the entire world. What factors led to the rapid deterioration of citizen security? What strategies have been adopted to address it? more
Major Initiatives of the Latin American ProgramDemocratic
GovernanceCitizen
SecurityForeign Policy &
Intl. RelationsTrade &
EconomicsMexico
InstituteBrazil
Institute About Citizen SecurityCitizen insecurity poses a rising challenge to democratic governance and the exercise of citizenship throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Homicide rates are among the highest in the world and citizens throughout the region cite crime, followed by unemployment, as the dominant concern of daily life. Transnational organized crime, including but not limited to narco-trafficking, exacerbates levels of violence, compromises state institutions, and undermines democratic quality and the rule of law. The Latin American Program fosters comparative research and dialogue among scholars and policymakers from throughout the Americas regarding local, national, and international public policies to address citizen insecurity and related efforts to strengthen institutions, the observance of human rights, and the rule of law. The Program also focuses special attention on the changing sub-regional dynamics of organized crime and explores ways to diminish its pernicious effects on governance and insecurity. The Latin American Program sponsors a blog on citizen security, www.scela.wordpress.com, which has become a key resource for citizens and public officials throughout the region. more less
The Latest on Citizen Security Seguridad ciudadana en las Américas The blog, created and maintained by the Latin American Program of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, serves to bring attention to the work of researchers, security specialists, journalists, civil society organizations and politicians throughout the region. Citizen Security in the Americas: An Analysis of Trends and Public Policies The Latin American Program is pleased to release a reference guide to papers related to its work on citizen security.
Citizen Security in the Americas: Quick Reference Guide - English
Citizen Security in the Americas: Quick Reference Guide - SpanishDrug Trafficking and Organized Crime in the Americas: Major Trends in the Twenty-First Century Bruce Bagley In this new publication, Bruce Bagley examines adaptations and trends in the illicit drug economy over the last several decades. moreImproving Citizen Security in Central America: Options for Responding to Youth Violence October 18, 2012 // 9:00pm — 1:00pm What are the best policies and options for reducing youth violence in El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala? Experts discussed this and many other questions.moreReligion and Violence in Central America July 11, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:00am Violent crime in Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala has reached unprecedented levels. It is frequently religious organizations that are on the front lines of efforts to reduce gang violence and get young people out of gangs.moreCitizen Security in Venezuela May 30, 2012 // 8:45am — 12:45pm Rates of crime and violence in Venezuela are among the highest in the world. What factors led to the rapid deterioration of citizen security? What strategies have been adopted to address it? moreJustice Reform in Latin America: Why Is It So Difficult? May 1, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:30am Efforts to strengthen the rule of law and reform judicial systems have been underway in Latin America for well over 25 years. What has been learned so far? What are opportunities and obstacles to produce change? moreReducing Murder Rates in Central America: Searching for Practical Solutions April 19, 2012 // 11:00am — 1:00pm The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, INCAE Business School, The World Bank, the U.S. Department of State, and CAPSI hosted a discussion on reducing murder rates in Central America.moreDrug Trafficking and Organized Crime in the Americas: Major Trends in the Twenty-First Century Bruce Bagley In this new publication, Bruce Bagley examines adaptations and trends in the illicit drug economy over the last several decades. moreThe Rebellion of Criminal Networks: Organized Crime in Latin America and the Dynamics of Change Juan Carlos Garzón Garzón writes about organized crime, which is one of the biggest challenges governments in the region face.moreOrganized Crime in Central America: The Northern Triangle Cynthia Arnson, Eric L. Olson, Steven S. Dudley, James Bosworth, Douglas Farah, and Julie López Focusing on El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, this report's authors investigate the challenge organized crime poses to the state, its institutions, and governability. moreChronic Violence and its Reproduction: Perverse Trends in Social Relations, Citizenship, and Democracy in Latin America Tani Adams This report reviews a broad literature on the causes and social effects of chronic violence in Latin America. moreMafia & Co. Juan Carlos Garzón Mafia & Co. provides an analytical perspective of the inner workings and expansion of organized crime in three Latin American countries. more
Major Initiatives of the Latin American ProgramDemocratic
GovernanceCitizen
SecurityForeign Policy &
Intl. RelationsTrade &
EconomicsMexico
InstituteBrazil
Institute About Citizen SecurityCitizen insecurity poses a rising challenge to democratic governance and the exercise of citizenship throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Homicide rates are among the highest in the world and citizens throughout the region cite crime, followed by unemployment, as the dominant concern of daily life. Transnational organized crime, including but not limited to narco-trafficking, exacerbates levels of violence, compromises state institutions, and undermines democratic quality and the rule of law. The Latin American Program fosters comparative research and dialogue among scholars and policymakers from throughout the Americas regarding local, national, and international public policies to address citizen insecurity and related efforts to strengthen institutions, the observance of human rights, and the rule of law. The Program also focuses special attention on the changing sub-regional dynamics of organized crime and explores ways to diminish its pernicious effects on governance and insecurity. The Latin American Program sponsors a blog on citizen security, www.scela.wordpress.com, which has become a key resource for citizens and public officials throughout the region. more less
The Latest on Citizen Security Seguridad ciudadana en las Américas The blog, created and maintained by the Latin American Program of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, serves to bring attention to the work of researchers, security specialists, journalists, civil society organizations and politicians throughout the region. Citizen Security in the Americas: An Analysis of Trends and Public Policies The Latin American Program is pleased to release a reference guide to papers related to its work on citizen security.
Citizen Security in the Americas: Quick Reference Guide - English
Citizen Security in the Americas: Quick Reference Guide - SpanishDrug Trafficking and Organized Crime in the Americas: Major Trends in the Twenty-First Century Bruce Bagley In this new publication, Bruce Bagley examines adaptations and trends in the illicit drug economy over the last several decades. moreImproving Citizen Security in Central America: Options for Responding to Youth Violence October 18, 2012 // 9:00pm — 1:00pm What are the best policies and options for reducing youth violence in El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala? Experts discussed this and many other questions.moreReligion and Violence in Central America July 11, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:00am Violent crime in Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala has reached unprecedented levels. It is frequently religious organizations that are on the front lines of efforts to reduce gang violence and get young people out of gangs.moreCitizen Security in Venezuela May 30, 2012 // 8:45am — 12:45pm Rates of crime and violence in Venezuela are among the highest in the world. What factors led to the rapid deterioration of citizen security? What strategies have been adopted to address it? moreJustice Reform in Latin America: Why Is It So Difficult? May 1, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:30am Efforts to strengthen the rule of law and reform judicial systems have been underway in Latin America for well over 25 years. What has been learned so far? What are opportunities and obstacles to produce change? moreReducing Murder Rates in Central America: Searching for Practical Solutions April 19, 2012 // 11:00am — 1:00pm The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, INCAE Business School, The World Bank, the U.S. Department of State, and CAPSI hosted a discussion on reducing murder rates in Central America.moreDrug Trafficking and Organized Crime in the Americas: Major Trends in the Twenty-First Century Bruce Bagley In this new publication, Bruce Bagley examines adaptations and trends in the illicit drug economy over the last several decades. moreThe Rebellion of Criminal Networks: Organized Crime in Latin America and the Dynamics of Change Juan Carlos Garzón Garzón writes about organized crime, which is one of the biggest challenges governments in the region face.moreOrganized Crime in Central America: The Northern Triangle Cynthia Arnson, Eric L. Olson, Steven S. Dudley, James Bosworth, Douglas Farah, and Julie López Focusing on El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, this report's authors investigate the challenge organized crime poses to the state, its institutions, and governability. moreChronic Violence and its Reproduction: Perverse Trends in Social Relations, Citizenship, and Democracy in Latin America Tani Adams This report reviews a broad literature on the causes and social effects of chronic violence in Latin America. moreMafia & Co. Juan Carlos Garzón Mafia & Co. provides an analytical perspective of the inner workings and expansion of organized crime in three Latin American countries. more