Kuwait Institute for Criminal Research & Analysis — KICRA
The pioneering private criminology institution in the MENA region.
KICRA a private, non-governmental entity, dedicated to enhancing public safety and advancing academic responses to crime. Through a multidisciplinary approach that blends regional insight with global best practices, KICRA drives innovation in criminological research, early intervention models, and public education. KICRA serves as a hub for scholarly exchange, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and institutions dedicated to advancing criminological knowledge and fostering a safer, more informed society.
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Enrollment Now Open
KICRA is pleased to announce the opening of enrollment for its new CPD-Certified Training Course, “Introduction to Fraud Detection and Prevention.” This intensive five-hour program is designed to provide participants with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in criminology, delivered through structured modules, real-world case studies, and applied learning exercises. Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded an internationally recognized CPD certificate, affirming their commitment to professional development and academic excellence.
Public Engagement
#RedLine Forum
The event brought together leading voices in the fight against drug abuse, featuring five distinguished guest speakers: the Director of Kuwait’s Addiction Treatment Center, a recovered addict, a community activist, an academic, and a psychiatrist. The forum gathered an audience of academics, specialists, civil society members, and youth, fostering open dialogue and collaborative strategies to address drug-related challenges in Kuwait.
In recognition of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, KICRA hosted the Red Line Forum under the patronage of Kuwait’s Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, H.E. / Mr. Abdulrahman Badah Al-Mutairi.
June 26th 2025
KICRA Featured in KUNA
Kuwait’s official news agency, KUNA, covered KICRA’s “Red Line” forum — held on the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking — highlighting its role in raising public awareness and promoting national dialogue around drug prevention and criminological research.
Read Full Article on KUNACybersecurity Awareness Month
In observance of the Global Awareness Month Against Digital Crime, KICRA is leading a national campaign of expert-led panel discussions aimed at advancing public awareness and promoting responsible digital citizenship. Guided by KICRA’s academic leadership and vision, the initiative unites experts in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and law to confront the evolving challenges of the digital age. In collaboration with the Youth Public Authority, the campaign extends its reach across educational and professional sectors, reinforcing national efforts toward a safer and more informed digital society.
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