Banuka De Silva- BA (Hons) Criminology (USJ)
- Lecturer in Criminology at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Banuka De Silva
- BA (Hons) Criminology (USJ)
- Lecturer in Criminology at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Mphil in Criminology (reading) (USJ)
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Introduction
Banuka De Silva is currently reading MPhil in criminology; works at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
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August 2019 - March 2022
Education
August 2021 - September 2022
January 2021 - January 2023
February 2015 - February 2019
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Publications (31)
With the birth and growth of criminology related sub-discipline, ‘environmental criminology’ or in other words, crime designated ecological perspective has gained a wide acceptance among the criminology academia. As a consequent, the immediate surrounding of an individual has been identified as a criminogenic factor. Criminology has been specifical...
Fear of crime is a term that refers to an anxious emotional state caused by the belief that one is at risk of criminal victimisation. Before the 1960s, mainstream criminological studies gave inadequate attention to criminal fear. Despite widespread public concern and fear of crime, it was only after early 1960s US crime surveys that the issue gaine...
Harassment has been a pervasive social issue since the dawn of human history. With the rapid expansion of society, it has become commonplace for one person to cause trouble for another. Harassment in the workplace includes any conduct that demeans or threatens an individual employee or group of employees. It has become a vital concern for practitio...
The subdiscipline of environmental criminology, or crime designated ecological perspective, has gained widespread acceptance in criminological academia. As a result, the immediate surroundings of an individual have been identified as a criminogenic factor. Criminology has traditionally focused on the characteristics of offenders and offenses, while...
Sri Lankan Society has drastically changed socially, culturally, and economically during the last seven decades. The attitude of society concerning the concept of female virginity also has changed with the different generations of the country. Still, this concept has taken social attention, and there is an ongoing debate on this subject. The prime...
Greetings from Sri Lanka!
We are delighted to extend our invitation to the 14th Asian Criminology Conference 2023, a collaborative effort by the Asian Criminological Society (ACS) and the Faculty of Criminal Justice at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. The conference will take place from October 27th to 29th, 2023, at the General Sir...
Addiction to alcohol and drugs has been recognized as a serious health issue as well as a social threat in Sri Lanka today. According to every study, adolescents in their prime are at risk of becoming addicted to drug usage. Its subsequent use by children may result in more serious addictions like heroin. There is constantly a chance that such chil...
Since education is an abstract concept, it contains various ideas like learning, teaching. evaluation, enjoyment, training, etc. Blended learning media is one way to make a classroom student-centered. In the student-centered education system, instead of the teacher handing over his knowledge to the students, the student is given the space to learn...
Like many other countries, Sri Lanka has been impacted by the Facebook phenomenon. At the beginning of January 2021, Sri Lanka had 7 646 000 Facebook users or about 35.8 per cent of the country’s total population. Facebook usage among university students continues to grow daily, as evidenced by the time spent on social networking sites. Male and fe...
Like many other countries, Sri Lanka has been impacted by the Facebook phenomenon. At the beginning of January 2021, Sri Lanka had 7 646 000 Facebook users or about 35.8 per cent of the country’s total population. Facebook usage among university students continues to grow daily, as evidenced by the time spent on social networking sites. Male and fe...
In any society, crime is ingrained in each social experience. All crimes are investigated within the legal framework, and the criminal justice system seeks to apprehend the perpetrator and compensate the victims based on evidence beyond a reasonable doubt and Criminal investigative evidence is critical in this process. The Prime intention of this s...
CPTED (pronounced sep-ted) proposes that the design of buildings, landscaping, and outdoor environments can encourage or discourage crime. To reduce crime and crime fear, CPTED reduces criminal opportunity and promotes positive social interaction among users. The Prime intention of the short article is to identify the CPTED concept and its usage fo...
Since time immemorial, Sri Lanka has had an advanced value system and an amoral society. However, the well-being of children today has become a severe problem for parents and society during the moral decline caused by invasive foreign forces and other factors. In such an asocial context, child abuse, although a threat that has spread secretly for c...
Environmental criminology, as a subfield of criminology, focuses on crime patterns within specific natural and built environments and investigates the effects of these external variables on people's cognitive behaviour. The primary goal of criminology is to prevent and control crime, and when it comes to the environment, it can be divided into two...
විශ්වවිද්යාල පර්යේෂණ ආධාර අංක ASP/01/RE/HSS/2017/06 යටතේ මෙම පර්යේෂණය සිදු කරන ලදී. මෙහි මුල් ලිපිය ඉංග්රීසි බසින් පළ කොට තිබේ.
(URI: http://dr.lib.sjp.ac.lk/handle/123456789/9149) /
(https://www.researchgate.net/publication/348104904_A_Criminological_Analysis_on_Burglary_Related_Environmental_Factors_in_Sri_Lanka)
The judiciary is a system of courts adjudicating legal disputes and interpreting, defending and applying the law in legal cases. The purpose of this article is to identify the evolution of Sri Lanka’s Judiciary System and its functions.
The Criminal Investigation process is vital in criminal justice in Sri Lanka, and criminal investigative evidence is used for that. Physical and biological evidence is used under research evidence when the evidence is seen or heard is insufficient to solve criminal cases. The biological factors that always originate from a living human being are bl...
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Community-oriented policing (COP) is a strategy that emphasizes a collaborative relationship between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. The goal of COP is to build trust, increase communication, and involve community members in the prevention and reduction of crime.
This discussion seeks to explore the effectiveness of COP in addressing and preventing crime in urban areas. Participants can share their insights on the following topics:
- The benefits and limitations of COP as a crime prevention strategy in urban areas
- Examples of successful COP programs in different urban contexts and their impact on crime rates
- The role of community members, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders in the implementation of COP strategies
- The challenges and obstacles in implementing and sustaining COP programs in urban areas
- The potential for COP to address systemic issues and inequalities that contribute to crime in urban areas
Participants with experience or expertise in law enforcement, community engagement, urban planning, criminology, or related fields are encouraged to share their perspectives and insights. The goal of this discussion is to facilitate a constructive exchange of ideas and identify opportunities for future research and collaboration in the field of community-oriented policing.
Qualitative research involves exploring complex social phenomena through in-depth analysis of subjective data. However, researchers often bring their own biases and assumptions to the research process, which can influence data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Reflexivity is the process of examining and acknowledging these biases, in order to promote transparency, rigor, and validity in the research process.
In this discussion, let us explore the role of reflexivity in qualitative research, and how researchers can navigate their own personal biases and assumptions and will consider the below-mentioned questions.
1. How can researchers recognize their own biases and assumptions, and what are some potential strategies for promoting reflexivity in the research process?
2. What are some ethical implications of reflexivity in qualitative research, particularly in research with vulnerable populations?
3. How can researchers balance the need for reflexivity with the need for objectivity and neutrality in the research process?
4. What are some potential challenges and benefits of incorporating reflexivity into qualitative research methods?
5. How can researchers ensure that reflexivity is integrated throughout the research process, from research design to data collection, analysis, and dissemination?
I welcome a diverse range of perspectives and experiences and hope to foster a lively and productive discussion on the role of reflexivity in qualitative research.
This discussion aims to explore the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in research and identify the challenges researchers face when working across disciplines. I invite scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts from diverse fields to share your experiences, insights, and strategies for fostering effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Let's discuss the benefits, barriers, and potential solutions for maximizing the impact of interdisciplinary research in addressing complex societal problems.
This discussion aims to delve into the intricacies of qualitative research methods and their significance in advancing our understanding of complex phenomena. Qualitative research offers a unique lens to explore subjective experiences, perspectives, and social constructs, enabling researchers to capture rich and nuanced data. This forum invites scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts to share their insights, experiences, and challenges encountered while employing qualitative research methods in their respective domains. From designing robust methodologies to analyzing qualitative data and ensuring rigor, let's engage in a lively exchange of ideas, methodologies, and best practices. Join with me in unraveling the potential of qualitative research methods in generating meaningful and impactful knowledge across disciplines. Together, we can foster a deeper appreciation for the arts and science of qualitative inquiry and explore avenues for its future development.
What profound and timeless words of wisdom, shared throughout history by notable figures and thinkers, have had the most profound impact on shaping our understanding of life, guiding our actions, and inspiring humanity to strive for greatness?
How do you interpret property crimes in urban areas?
Are there any specific strategies used by the property crime offenders in accordance with your living city?
