Diana Thorbourn

Diana Thorbourn is the director of research at the Caribbean Policy Research Institute (CAPRI), where she focuses on issues related to organized crime and gender dynamics in Jamaica. Her recent work highlights the often-overlooked roles of women in organized violence and crime, emphasizing the need for policymakers to recognize and address the unique involvement of women in gang-related activities. Thorbourn advocates for more comprehensive research and gender-sensitive approaches in law enforcement and policy to better understand the complexities of female criminality.