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ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Greetings
This is Jeong Woong Seok, the 17th President of the Korean Institute of Criminology and Justice.
"Expanding beyond Korea and to the global stage, the KICJ will fully carry out the role as a ‘Think Tank’ in the field of criminal justice and legal policy.”
The Korean Institute of Criminology and Justice (KICJ) is the only research institute in the country that conducts comprehensive analyses of crime trends, the underlying causes, and the legal field to contribute to the formulation and development of national criminal justice and legal policies.Since its establishment in 1989, the KICJ has contributed its efforts to ensuring public safety and improving the quality of life for all. Today, our nation is facing serious challenges with low birth rates, an aging population, and rural depopulation due to the demographic changes. Moreover, as we navigate the Fourth Industrial Revolution, emerging technologies like AI have evolved into pivotal determinants of national competitiveness, while simultaneously presenting unprecedented challenges. The KICJ, in step with these societal changes, will focus our research capabilities on supporting and developing national policies, as well as addressing current issues. Furthermore, we aim to become a research institution that serves the public’s best interests by harmonizing theory and practice through conducting concrete and practical analyses, evaluating feasibility, and addressing challenges. Thank you and we ask for your continued interest and support.
17th President of the Korean Institute of
Criminology and Justice