Academic Advisory Network
The Probation Institute’s Academic Advisory Network brings together academic expertise from across the justice sector to support the Institute’s work as a centre of excellence for probation practice. The Network plays a vital role in ensuring that the Institute’s professional voice, publications, and policy contributions are informed by current and emerging research, and connected to academic debate.
The role of the Network
The Academic Advisory Network supports the Probation Institute by:
Providing a strong link between the Institute and the academic community
Promoting the work of the Probation Institute within academic settings
Ensuring the Institute is informed about relevant current and emerging research
Responding to consultations on research‑related matters
Contributing to Position Papers, Probation Quarterly, and other Institute publications
Mentoring candidates for the Probation Institute Research Awards
Through these activities, the Network helps strengthen evidence‑informed practice, professional learning, and informed debate across probation and rehabilitation.
Governance and accountability
The Academic Advisory Network is accountable to the Research Panel and to the Probation Institute Trustees, providing appropriate oversight and alignment with the Institute’s charitable purpose and strategic priorities.
Contact
If you would like to know more about the work of the Academic Advisory Network, please contact Helen Schofield -helen@probation-institute.org
Current members
Sam Ainslie, Lol Burke, Fiona Campbell, Rob Canton, Nicola Carr, Matt Cracknell, Jill Dealey, Jane Dominey, Julie Eden-Barnard, Loraine Gelsthorpe, Tony Goodman, Michelle McDermott, Matthew Millings, Madeline Petrillo, Jake Phillips, Ella Rabaiotti, Ester Ragonese, Peter Raynor, Nicole Renehan, Gwen Robinson, James Tangen, Matt Tidmarsh, Dave Ward