Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center

Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center 

 

INDEPENDENT ANALYSIS. ACTIONABLE INFORMATION.

The mission of the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center (AJiC) is to provide independent, transparent analysis that transforms justice data into actionable information. By empowering Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns with evidence‑based research, we strive to strengthen public safety, promote accountability within the justice system, and reduce recidivism.


At AJiC, we believe that a safer, healthier Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ begins with accurate empirical understanding. As a dedicated non-partisan research center, we provide the independent analysis necessary to move from guesswork to grounded solutions.

We don't just collect crime and justice data; we transform it into actionable information. By serving as a neutral arbiter between complex agency data and public policy, we empower practitioners and policymakers with the evidence-based research required to build a more accountable and effective justice system. We recognize that public safety is a foundational element of community well-being; our work serves as an engine for change that drives improvements in safety, fosters healthier communities, and secures a more stable future for all Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns.


  • Independence: Analysis is conducted without political bias or institutional pressure, ensuring our research remains a trusted, neutral foundation for Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æn justice policy.
  • Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of analytical rigor to ensure our findings are accurate, practical, and ready for implementation.
  • Transparency: Trust is built on openness. We are committed to clear methodologies and accessible reporting, allowing Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns to see exactly how we reach our conclusions.
  • Innovation: Our aim is to serve as an engine for improvement. We look for data-informed insights to address Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s justice and public safety challenges.

 

 

ABOUT AJiC

AJiC is the acronym for the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ (UAA) Justice Center’s research center, the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center. Since 1986, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s has been housed in the UAA Justice Center. In its role as Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s SAC, AJiC assists Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ justice agencies and organizations with the development, implementation, and evaluation of justice programs and policies by collecting and analyzing Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ-specific crime and justice statistics. AJiC also pursues SAC-specific provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Statistics for special projects and research initiatives to advance criminal justice policy and practice in the state. There are currently 53 SACs located in the United States and its territories.

AJiC is a member of the (JIRN), a national nonprofit organization and resource center for statistical analysis centers, criminological researchers, justice data analysts, and justice practitioners.

 

CONTACT US

Have questions? Please feel free to contact us via email: uaa_ajic@alaska.edu

 


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Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-1810
Email: uaa_ajic@alaska.edu

 

Location:

Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center
UAA Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Dr., Suite 234
Anchorage, AK 99508

 

Mailing Address:
UAA Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center
3211 Providence Dr., PSB 234
Anchorage, AK 99508