Victimology and Justice: Global Perspectives Course

Guided by UN Principles, International Case Studies, and Trauma-Informed Justice Practices
Victimology and Justice: Global Perspectives Course

At a glance

Duration
1 Week
Format
Classroom
Cities
Dubai, Zanzibar, London, Toronto, Chicago, Accra and more
Next session
26 – 30 October 2026
Average fee
5,750 €

Course Overview

The course is a specialized training program that provides professionals with essential tools and frameworks to understand, analyze, and respond to various forms of victimization. Based on the UN Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power and guided by key resources such as Victimology: The Essentials, Justice for Victims, and The Handbook of Restorative Justice, this course connects theory with practical applications.

 

Target Audience

  • Victim advocates and case managers
  • Social workers and trauma counselors
  • Human rights lawyers and legal advisors
  • NGO coordinators and field officers
  • Policy makers and transitional justice researchers

 

Targeted Organizational Departments

  • Legal and Justice Affairs
  • Victim Services and Survivor Support Units
  • Human Rights and Advocacy Programs
  • Gender-Based Violence and Child Protection Units
  • Crisis Response, Rehabilitation, and Transitional Justice Teams

 

Targeted Industries

  • Human rights NGOs and civil society organizations
  • Justice and correctional institutions
  • International humanitarian and development agencies
  • Health and psychological support sectors
  • Educational institutions researching victimology

 

Course Offerings

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain foundational concepts from victimology training courses
  • Analyze various types of victimization using comparative frameworks
  • Advocate for victims’ rights through trauma-informed services
  • Develop case responses in cybercrime and workplace victimization
  • Apply restorative justice for victims of intimate partner and sexual violence
  • Understand police reporting procedures and victim restitution laws
  • Build evidence-based victim support programs aligned with UN frameworks

 

Training Methodology

This course employs a blended, participatory methodology including:

  • Case studies from Justice for Victims and UNAFEI Reports
  • Interactive sessions simulating victim interviews and justice system responses
  • Peer-group analysis of workplace, school, and cyber victimization scenarios
  • Guided exploration of international victimology laws and ICRC humanitarian models
  • Restorative justice simulations based on The Handbook of Restorative Justice
  • Reflection and feedback sessions to solidify trauma-informed practices

 

Course Toolbox

  • Victim Rights Advocacy Handbook (Ebook)
  • Global Case Study Workbook (school, workplace, and cybercrime examples)
  • UN Victims’ Rights Summary Sheets
  • Interactive templates for Restorative Justice circles
  • Psychological support referral guides
  • Certificate of Completion in Trauma-Informed Victim Services

 

Course Agenda

Day 1: Foundations of Victimology and Global Standards

  • Topic 1: Introduction to Victimology and Core Concepts
  • Topic 2: Victimization Theories and Typologies of Victims
  • Topic 3: The United Nations Declaration on Victims’ Rights
  • Topic 4: Legal Definitions and Global Justice Norms
  • Topic 5: Comparative Victimology: Understanding Global Contexts
  • Topic 6: International Human Rights and Victim Support Frameworks
  • Reflection & Review: Key Takeaways from International Legal Instruments

 

Day 2: Categories of Victimization and Trauma Response

  • Topic 1: Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Victimization
  • Topic 2: Child Victims and School Violence Prevention
  • Topic 3: Elder Abuse, Workplace Victimization, and Peer Bullying
  • Topic 4: Sexual Violence and Rape Trauma-Informed Services
  • Topic 5: Cybercrime, Online Abuse, and Digital Victim Support
  • Topic 6: Homicide and Violent Crime Survivors
  • Reflection & Review: Trauma-Informed Victim Services in Practice

 

Day 3: Legal Processes, Rights, and Advocacy

  • Topic 1: Victim Participation in Criminal Trials
  • Topic 2: Police Reporting Procedures and Challenges
  • Topic 3: Restitution and Compensation Mechanisms for Victims
  • Topic 4: The Role of Victim Advocates and Legal Counsel
  • Topic 5: Restorative Justice Principles and Victim-Offender Mediation
  • Topic 6: Evidence-Based Approaches to Victim Protection
  • Reflection & Review: Building a Victim-Centered Legal System

 

Day 4: Program Development and Cross-Sector Collaboration

  • Topic 1: Designing Victim Support and Assistance Programs
  • Topic 2: Interagency Cooperation and Community-Based Services
  • Topic 3: Integrating Victim Services in the Justice System
  • Topic 4: Psychological First Aid and Long-Term Support
  • Topic 5: Forensic Victimology Skills and Criminal Investigation Roles
  • Topic 6: Victim Services for Marginalized and Vulnerable Populations
  • Reflection & Review: Best Practices in Victim-Centered Program Design

 

Day 5: International Justice, Humanitarian Standards, and Case Studies

  • Topic 1: UN Victim Assistance Models and Global Governance
  • Topic 2: ICRC, Transitional Justice, and Post-Conflict Victim Support
  • Topic 3: Justice for Victims of State Violence and War Crimes
  • Topic 4: Truth Commissions and Reconciliation Mechanisms
  • Topic 5: Victim Case Study Analysis from Africa, Asia, and Europe
  • Topic 6: Evaluating Victim Assistance Impact and Reform Proposals
  • Reflection & Review: Global Lessons and Advocacy for the Future

 

FAQ

What specific qualifications or prerequisites are needed for participants before enrolling in the course?

There are no strict prerequisites, but participants should have a background in law, social work, psychology, humanitarian work, or public policy.

How long is each day's session, and is there a total number of hours required for the entire course?

Each day's session lasts 4–5 hours. The course spans 1 week, totaling 20–25 hours.

What’s the difference between restorative justice and traditional victim services?

Traditional services often focus on compensation and punishment, while restorative justice emphasizes healing, reconciliation, and active victim participation in justice processes.

 

How This Course is Different from Other Victimology Courses

This course blends academic rigor with hands-on field practice, using key texts such as Victimology: The Essentials, Justice for Victims, and The Handbook of Restorative Justice. Unlike programs that are heavily theory-based, this course emphasizes practical tools, interactive simulations, and real case studies from humanitarian contexts.

It aims not only to inform but also to equip participants with tangible skills in crime victim support training, trauma-informed advocacy, and policy development. With a special focus on international comparative frameworks, including UN and ICRC guidelines, this program prepares professionals to work across borders and in transitional justice settings.

Participants gain exposure to restorative justice models, psychological support systems, and digital victimization prevention—making this course globally relevant, impact-driven, and survivor-centered.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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Dubai Dubai Week 06, 2027
8 – 12 February 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,500
Barcelona Barcelona Week 06, 2027
8 – 12 February 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Doha Doha Week 07, 2027
21 – 25 February 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,500
Manama Manama Week 08, 2027
28 February – 4 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,700
Tbilisi Tbilisi Week 10, 2027
8 – 12 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,000
Athens Athens Week 10, 2027
8 – 12 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €6,700
Vienna Vienna Week 11, 2027
15 – 19 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Singapore Singapore Week 11, 2027
15 – 19 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Paris Paris Week 12, 2027
22 – 26 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Baku Baku Week 12, 2027
22 – 26 March 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,000
London London Week 13, 2027
29 March – 2 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Madrid Madrid Week 13, 2027
29 March – 2 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Trabzon Trabzon Week 13, 2027
4 – 8 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €6,800
Dubai Dubai Week 14, 2027
5 – 9 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,500
Tokyo Tokyo Week 15, 2027
12 – 16 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €10,000
San Diego San Diego Week 16, 2027
19 – 23 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €14,000
Langkawi Langkawi Week 16, 2027
25 – 29 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €6,000
Frankfurt Frankfurt Week 17, 2027
26 – 30 April 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Manama Manama Week 17, 2027
2 – 6 May 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,700
Istanbul Istanbul Week 18, 2027
3 – 7 May 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,500

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