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Typical presentation formats include: • Poster • 5-minute Snapshot • 12-minute Talk • 25-minute Round Table Conversation • 25-minute Theory Review • 55-minute Panel or Symposium

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The N6 program will consist of presentations and symposia selected or invited by the Conference Steering Committee. We invite submissions that are empirical, theoretical or related to practice in correctional and criminal justice psychology, broadly defined.

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⭐️ N6 will mark the 20th anniversary of NACCJPC, Canada's leading international conference for criminal justice psychologists, researchers, and students. The conference will take place from June 3–5, 2027, in Victoria, Canada, alongside the @canadianpsychology.bsky.social 88th Convention #CPA2027

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Abstract submissions for the 6th North American Correctional and Criminal Justice Psychology Conference #N6 will open this October! 🗓️ @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

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We can't wait to welcome Dr. Campbell and our other keynote speakers to #N6! 🎉 @canadianpsychology.bsky.social @ccjs-pr-campbell.bsky.social

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She will demonstrate how research and practice can inform one another through collaboration, shared expertise, and ongoing evaluation, ensuring that evidence is translated into practical, sustainable change that makes a real difference.

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Drawing from her career integrating applied research and practice across diverse criminal justice contexts, Dr. Campbell will highlight the value of genuine partnerships between researchers and practitioners.

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In her keynote, "The Work Between Research and Practice: Lessons from a Career in Applied Research within Correctional and Policing Contexts," Dr. Campbell will explore how psychological science can better support criminal justice practice and the professionals who deliver it.

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Her work spans criminal behaviour risk assessment, correctional interventions, policing practices, and police executive leadership, with a strong focus on translating research into meaningful improvements in practice.

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A clinician, forensic psychologist, researcher, evaluator, consultant, and trainer, she is widely recognised for advancing evidence-informed practice across policing, corrections, and first responder psychological health.

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Introducing our final keynote speaker for #N6! 🌟 Dr. Mary Ann Campbell is a Professor of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick and Director of the Centre for Policing and Criminal Justice Research @ccjs-pr-campbell.bsky.social

Dr Mary Ann Campbell is a keynote speaker at the N6 conference, June 3-5 2027 in Victoria Canada

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We will share more about last remaining keynote speaker for #N6 soon! 👀 @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

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Drawing on her research and practice expertise, Dr McEwan will examine both issues, identifying actions for individual practitioners and policy makers that can improve how we respond to stalking.

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Dr McEwan’s keynote “Why are we so bad at responding to stalking?” will examine two key reasons for inadequate criminal justice responses to stalking: failure to recognise it, and failure to understand and respond to its multifaceted drivers.

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She has co-authored multiple SPJ and actuarial risk and threat assessment guidelines, and in 2024 was lead author of the first book for practitioners on treating stalking.

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She is internationally recognised for research into stalking, family violence, and grievance-fuelled violence, with a focus on translating research into policy and practice guidance.

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Introducing our next keynote speaker for #N6! 🌟 Dr. Troy McEwan is a Professor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology at Swinburne University of Technology and a Principal Psychologist at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health in Melbourne, Australia.

Dr. Troy McEwan will be a keynote speaker at the 6th NACCJPC conference, 3-5 June 2027 in Victoria, Canada

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Stay tuned as we continue to introduce our #N6 keynote speakers 🌟 @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

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Attendees will be encouraged to rethink the role of psychology in shaping culture, influencing systems, and creating safer correctional environments for everyone.

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This thought-provoking keynote will examine correctional settings as “emotional ecosystems,” highlighting the impact of trauma on incarcerated people, staff, leadership, and organisational culture.

Instead, she presents a vision of safety grounded in wellness, dignity, emotional regulation, and human connection. 🤝

Reflecting on her experience leading one of the largest jails in the United States and her work developing Chicago Beyond’s Holistic Safety Framework, she will challenge traditional assumptions that safety is achieved through fear and control.

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In her keynote, entitled "Holistic Safety: Reimagining the Role of Psychology in Corrections", Dr. Jones Tapia will explore how psychology can help transform correctional environments at a time of increasing violence, burnout, isolation, and public mistrust.

A clinical psychologist and former Warden of Cook County Jail in Chicago, she was among the first psychologists in the United States to lead a correctional facility.

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We’re pleased to introduce another keynote speaker for #N6! Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of Justice Initiatives at Chicago Beyond, a national philanthropic organisation advancing solutions led by people closest to the issues.

Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of Justice Initiatives at Chicago Beyond, a national philanthropic organisation advancing solutions led by people closest to the issues. She will be a keynote speaker at the N6 conference in Victoria, Canada (June 3-5, 2027)

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Watch this space for more about our remaining #N6 keynote speakers soon! 👀 @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

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Drawing on decades of research and clinical expertise, @mcseto.bsky.social will provide a timely and thought-provoking perspective on one of the most important and rapidly evolving areas in forensic and correctional psychology.

He will discuss emerging trends and the ongoing challenges involved in understanding, assessing, and responding to these offences.

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In his keynote, “Recent Developments and Challenges in Online Sexual Offending,” @mcseto.bsky.social will explore how internet technologies have transformed the nature of sexual offending, with a particular focus on offences involving child sexual exploitation and abuse.

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His books on pedophilia and sexual offending against children (2008, 2nd ed. 2018) and on internet sexual offending (2013, 2nd ed. 2025) are well-reviewed and widely used by researchers and practitioners around the world.

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He is internationally recognised for his research on pedophilia, sexual offending against children, and online sexual offending.

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We’re excited to introduce another of our keynote speakers for #N6 🙌 @mcseto.bsky.social is a clinical and forensic psychologist, Research Director at The Royal, and Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Ottawa

Dr. Michael C. Seto is a keynote speaker at the N6 conference, June 3-5, 2027 in Victoria, Canada.

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💥Stay tuned to hear more about our #N6 keynote speakers over the coming weeks! @canadianpsychology.bsky.social

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Drawing on his extensive experience in both research and public policy, @dralexpiquero.bsky.social will offer valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges of translating scientific evidence into meaningful criminal justice reform.

...decisions on issues ranging from mandatory minimum sentencing and early childhood crime prevention to immigration and crime.

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In his keynote, “But first there was citrus fruit, a naval ship, and scurvy: Successes and challenges using scientific research to inform criminal justice policy decisions,” @dralexpiquero.bsky.social will examine how scientific evidence can guide policy...

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As former Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics and a recipient of multiple lifetime achievement awards, his work has shaped how evidence is used to understand criminal careers and inform justice policy.

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@dralexpiquero.bsky.social is currently a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology, and an Arts and Sciences Distinguished Scholar @univmiami.bsky.social

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Brandon Sparks @brandonsparks.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

We’re pleased to share more about the first of our five keynote speakers for #N6 ✨ @dralexpiquero.bsky.social is one of the world’s leading criminologists, with a distinguished career spanning research, policy, and public service.

We’re pleased to share more about the first of our five keynote speakers for N6 ✨

Professor Alex R. Piquero is one of the world’s leading criminologists, with a distinguished career spanning research, policy, and public service. He is currently a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology, and an Arts and Sciences Distinguished Scholar at the University of Miami. As former Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics and a recipient of multiple lifetime achievement awards, Professor Piquero’s work has shaped how evidence is used to understand criminal careers and inform justice policy.

In his keynote, “But first there was citrus fruit, a naval ship, and scurvy: Successes and challenges using scientific research to inform criminal justice policy decisions,” Professor Piquero will examine how scientific evidence can guide policy decisions on issues ranging from mandatory minimum sentencing and early childhood crime prevention to immigration and crime. Drawing on his extensive experience in both research and public policy, Professor Piquero will offer valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges of translating scientific evidence into meaningful criminal justice reform.

💥Stay tuned to hear more about our keynote speakers over the coming weeks!

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See you in Victoria next June!

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NACCJPC @naccjpc.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Watch this space for more about our speakers and their topic areas in the coming weeks 👀