A university-wide hub where scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders work together to address today's justice challenges and prepare for tomorrow's technological opportunities.
The Center develops evidence-based solutions that benefit Southeast Texas while contributing to stronger justice systems, penal system reform, border security, counterterrorism, democratic governance, peacebuilding, and the protection of human rights at the state, national, and international levels.
Connecting Southeast Texas with national and international expertise through professional training, workshops, conferences, executive education, and technical assistance.
Exploring the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies while advancing their responsible use in justice, public safety, government, and society.
Building partnerships with government, academia, industry, and communities to translate knowledge into practical solutions for Southeast Texas and beyond.
We welcome opportunities to collaborate with government agencies, educational institutions, industry, nonprofit organizations, researchers, and community partners in Southeast Texas, across the United States, and internationally.
Email: salasti@lamar.edu