CJ405 Diversity in Criminal Justice (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): CJ300  or equivalent
This course focuses on the changing role and societal expectations of criminal justice professionals and agencies in dealing with current societal issues, the challenges of an aging population, and the continued growth of new immigrant populations. The course also addresses the need for collaborative partnerships with all sectors of the community and government entities.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Articulate how ethnicity connects to culture, class, gender, race, and age.
2. Recognize and articulate dynamics and effects of racism, privilege, and discrimination in an understanding of multiculturalism.
3. Describe how the typical immigration pathways and historical backgrounds affect an ethnic group’s views on the criminal justice process. 
4. Develop policies and practices to foster organizational cultural awareness.
5. Navigate difficult conversations in order to build trust and communication, promote public trust, and enhance legitimacy of the criminal justice system. 
6. Apply relevant data to research, problem solving, and policy development.