Palestinians are so thoroughly dehumanized that *this* is the only content warning on this story

The police are openly saying they released this information about Chris Kaba to justify his execution at their hand. But it's irrelevant, because police didn't know who was driving - and they still executed him. Even if they had known, it's doesn't justify killing an unarmed man

News: No to section 60, 30 years on Anna Centre for Criminal Justice and Human Rights and The Bristol Cable events held last week over the controversial stop and search power ahead of a report calling for its repeal after 30 years stop-watch.org/news-opinion/n…

NEW: ‘A Cartography of Genocide’. Since October 2023, we have collected and analysed data related to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. Our findings indicate that Israel has systematically targeted all aspects of civilian life. tinyurl.com/bdcrnzka

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I am flattered that my article Gangland and Task Force Gain received the ECR award this year — thanks to the selection committee for their consideration and kind words! I am indebted to everyone who provided feedback on draft work that came to be included in the article

This month I am leaving Birkbeck after 5 years. I’ll be forever grateful to my brilliant colleagues & students, and I’ll miss them. But I’m also buzzing to be joining Monash Criminology in January. I’ve already received a warm welcome and I’m looking forward to becoming part of the team

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We Lebs have transcended race! Incredible. I’m still not eating devon, though

"Kerr has conceded her behaviour was regrettable but the charge against her is difficult to align with the purpose of public order legislation." Excellent #SamKerr analysis from Megan McElhone theconversation.com/sam-kerr-verdi…

I've written a brief article about the Sam Kerr trial for The Conversation

I was on triple j hack yesterday to speak about the Sam Kerr verdict -- thanks to Dave and the team for having me! triplejHack/ABC Australia/Monash Criminology abc.net.au/triplej/progra…

I spoke to Khaled Sabsabi on Full Story last week about his artistic practice, faith, and activism. He said he never thought he would be selected because “of who I am”. His words were prescient. theguardian.com/australia-news…

Dr Megan McElhone, Monash Criminology, reflect's on the Sam Kerr verdit after a London court found her not guilty of the racially aggravated harassment of a Metropolitan Police officer for The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand. Read more: theconversation.com/sam-kerr-verdi…

#BREAKING All five artistic teams shortlisted for the 61st Venice Biennale have released a joint statement in support of Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino who were dumped by Creative Australia following media and political pressure. The group calls for them to be reinstated

Do not miss the event of the year!!! What a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Tanya, who is not just a brilliant scholar but a brilliant friend ❤️

Grateful for the chance to speak at this event yesterday! Big thanks to British Society of Criminology Hate Crime Network & BSC Policing Network, and especially Dr Irene Zempi (She/Her), for organising!