Crime and Justice Analyst Network (CAJAN)

The Crime and Justice Analyst Network (CAJAN) brings together analysts from across the criminal justice system in England & Wales to build relationships and share best practice. CAJAN is shaped by analysts, who benefit from a diverse programme of activities and events to mutually support one another and solve problems together. Our goal is for CAJAN to deliver better-quality connections and long-term relationships between different arms of the criminal justice system, creating a more resilient and effective system for everyone.

How We Meet 

To ensure accessibility for members across England and Wales, we meet online via Microsoft Teams. This format allows for flexibility, making it easier to fit meetings into busy schedules. 

We stay connected through: 

• Monthly lunchtime meetings: These sessions focus on building analytical skills and sharing best practices. 

• Regular email updates and newsletters: Stay informed about all things CAJAN, along with updates from the wider criminal justice system. 

• The CAJAN Knowledge Hub: A space for members to post questions, share insights, and collaborate. All past CAJAN sessions are also posted here. 

Topics We Covered in 2024 

Here’s a look at the sessions we’ve hosted this year: 

• January: Positive Outcomes, Practices, and Leadership in Probation 

• February: Workshop on the ‘Great Unknowns’ in Crime and Justice 

• March: Lessons Learned from the Angiolini Inquiry 

• April: Hotspot Policing 

• May: Music in Research with Care-Experienced Children 

• June: Chemsex Behaviours 

• July: Data Visualisation 

• September: Trust and Confidence in Policing 

• October: Child Sexual Abuse Data Insights Hub 

• November: Police Legitimacy 

Join the Network 

Are you an analyst or someone looking to develop their analytical skills? Do you want to learn more about the fascinating work happening across the criminal justice sector? If so, we’d love to have you join us. 

Access the Knowledge Hub 

All CAJAN sessions are recorded and made available on our Knowledge Hub. Join today to gain access to these valuable resources