Diversity in Forensic Psychology

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This course is focused on diversity within forensic settings. You will develop an awareness of your own personal identities, cultural values, and biases as they relate to work in forensic psychology. In addition, you will explore differences in crime, victimization, and criminal justice outcomes based on sociodemographic factors including race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, social class, sexual orientation, and religion. You will also examine implications of diversity-related issues on assessment and intervention with forensic populations.