As part of our new Strategic Plan 2026-2030 - ACJRD Council have agreed a lower membership fee structure for 2026.  

 Join the ACJRD – The Irish Criminal Justice Network! Connecting People • Connecting Knowledge

Become part of the vibrant network at the heart of Ireland’s criminal justice community. Whether you're an organisation, practitioner, student, or researcher, ACJRD welcomes you into a space where collaboration and knowledge come alive. 

 

ACJRD is seeking a dynamic Events & Communications Officer to help drive our mission to support collaboration, learning, and evidence-informed policy and practice across the Irish criminal justice system.

🎓 ACJRD Online Student Seminar: Meet the Pros

📅 The ACJRD hosted an online event on 13 November 2025 titled “ACJRD Online Student Seminar: Meet the Pros: Criminal Justice Career Paths”. The webinar welcomed third-level students with an interest in exploring the diverse and often unexpected career opportunities within the criminal justice system. Three senior leaders from justice agencies shared candid reflections on their personal journeys, the challenges and opportunities they encountered, and the skills that helped them progress. The webinar offered students a rare, honest look at what working in criminal justice is really like, alongside practical advice for those considering similar careers. We were joined by Ciairín de Buis, CEO of the Parole Board, Gerry O’Brien, Head of Criminal Justice Strategic Policy and Planning in the Dept of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration and Úna Doyle, Acting Director of the Probation Service.