All but one of the articles in this collection are originally from presentations at the International Symposium on “Environmental Criminology and Crime Analysis of 2023,” and all five articles show how contemporary Environmental Criminology theory enhances the understanding of crime and informs crime prevention practices.
In this special issue, five articles demonstrate the impact of contemporary Environmental Criminology theory on the understanding of crime and the development of crime prevention practices in both urban and rural contexts. The articles exemplify the development of Environmental Criminology as a field that extends beyond crime in physical spaces to encompass offenses in cyberspace, illustrating the field’s adaptability and relevance in an increasingly digital world. Authored by environmental criminologists from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, these articles offer a range of international perspectives, thereby contributing to the field of security while addressing broader social issues. (Published Abstract Provided)