Philippa Rickman-smith

I am a final-year Bachelor of Laws (Honours) student specializing in criminology and criminal justice, with practical experience in risk management, threat assessment, and crisis intervention within probation and substance misuse settings. My work with at-risk individuals, particularly youth populations, has strengthened my ability to collaborate with legal, law enforcement, and probation teams to improve public safety and reduce criminal behaviour. I possess strong leadership, strategic planning, Proven ability to drive measurable outcomes that support vulnerable individuals and improve community safety through strategic, data-informed approaches.

• Conduct in-depth assessments of probationers, identifying risks related to substance misuse, mental health, and criminal behaviour.
• Collaborate with probation officers, legal teams, and law enforcement to develop safety plans for individuals at high risk of reoffending or substance misuse.
• Implement harm reduction strategies that align with legal and organizational standards, improving public safety and client outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution services in high-stress situations, ensuring compliance with legal mandates and reducing escalation.
• Prepare detailed reports and case documentation, ensuring adherence to legal standards for client confidentiality and threat reporting.

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – Open University

Expected Graduation: 2025

• Relevant Coursework: Cybercrime, Youth Justice, Human Rights Law, Tort Law, Criminal Law, Evidence Law, etc.

Diploma in Criminology – Open University

Completion Date: 2021

• Focus Areas: Criminological Theories, Risk and Crime Prevention, Victimology, Policing, and Criminal Investigations.