Transforming Police Practice with Kerry Clamp, Ph. D.

Restorative Works!

Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Kerry Clamp, Ph. D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. Kerry Clamp joins us to discuss insights from her extensive research and experience in transforming police practice through restorative approaches. She traces the origins of restorative-based policy, highlighting its proven impact on addressing youth offending and enhancing police-community relations. Drawing from real-world examples and research findings, she delves into the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing restorative practices within law enforcement agencies. Dr. Clamp shares valuable perspectives on the complexities of policing culture, the importance of humanizing interactions, and the need for cultural change within institutions. She emphasizes the significance of upskilling officers to engage with empathy, respect, and clarity while navigating diverse community needs and expectations. Kerry Clamp, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor in Criminology at the University of Nottingham, UK. Her research focuses on the application of restorative justice within transitional settings, policing, and the community. She has always had a strong interest in practice and a desire to reduce the boundaries between academia, practice, and policymaking. Previously, she was Editor of the Newsletter for the European Forum for Restorative Justice, as well as Chair of the Editorial Committee (2011-2018) and Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Restorative Justice Council (2018-2021). Dr. Clamp currently sits on the International Advisory Board for The International Journal of Restorative Justice. Her latest monograph Restorative Policing in Practice: A Potential Cultural Revolution is due to be published in 2024 by Routledge and will draw on lessons learned from empirical research conducted over the last 5 years on frontline practice. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Clamp’s vision of a future where policing transcends traditional paradigms, embracing restorative frameworks that prioritize healing, accountability, and social justice. Read Dr. Clamp’s IIRP Presidential Paper, A Restorative Framework for Transforming Police Practice, to explore more research-based solutions to increasing positive police–community interactions.