Fernanda Prates

Fernanda Prates is a researcher and law professor at the Fundação Getulio Vargas in Rio de Janeiro, specializing in the intersection of technology and public security. Her recent work focuses on the implementation of body cameras in the police force, highlighting the necessity of proper training and integration of technology to effectively combat crime. Prates emphasizes that merely investing in advanced technology is insufficient without addressing the underlying issues in law enforcement practices and data sharing. Her research draws on extensive interviews with security officials and an analysis of media reports, advocating for a more thoughtful approach to the use of technology in policing to enhance accountability and reduce police violence.