ABOUT US

OUR MISSION

Through research, advocacy and education, we are pursuing a society with safer communities, educated police personnel and policy makers, victim justice and offender rehabilitation.

The mission of the European Centre for Homicide and Violent Crime Research [ECHVCR] is to analyse homicides and violent crime through objective and independent research, educate and initiate discussions surrounding fatal violence and ultimately contribute to their reduction across Europe.

We are a non-profit, non-governmental organisation and volunteer led initiative. Our international and cross-disciplinary team is dedicated to providing expert analyses and developing research and educational materials in an effort to understand and investigate European homicide and violent crime. Additionally, we are committed to supporting those affected by such crimes through well researched and developed social and legal policies.

Our Goals

Spread awareness and information related to violence in Europe
Contribute to growth of solved homicides and violent crimes
Overall reduce instances and risk of criminal violence
Advocate for assistance and rights for those affected by violent crimes
Advocate for rehabilitation of violent offenders

Primary Activities

Engage in original homicide and violent crime research in Europe
Participate in meaningful collaborations with both individuals and organisations that will benefit from the organisation’s research
Educate individuals and organisations interested, studying or working in the fields of criminalistics, criminology or criminal law