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Elizabeth Lancaster reflects on issues implicit in the continuing discussion concerning probation officers' approach to domestic violence. She argues that feminist theory is more diverse than is popularly understood and that a radical feminist analysis logically followed into practice poses difficulties for practitioners who, in reality, draw on varied theoretical perspectives.

Summary: This article focuses on the National Probation Service of England and Wales and explores the dominance of a particular approach to risk assessment. Reference is made to other areas of social work practice. Findings: The article starts with a description of probation practice in relation to the assessment of risk using the current risk/needs assessment tool, the Offender Assessment System (OASys). The article explores the distinction between risk of reconviction and risk of harm and the use of static and dynamic factors in assessment. It then moves to a consideration of issues arising in two areas. The first of these is the relationship between risk and concepts of proportionality and fairness within the justice system. The second area for consideration is some implications of the dominance of a particular form of risk assessment in the National Probation Service specifically in respect of the knowledge base of assessment; motivation; and the distinction between defensible and defensive judgements about risk made by individual practitioners. Applications: A preoccupation with the technicalities of risk assessment has encouraged the overshadowing of proportionality and the erosion of the rights of 'risky' offenders. A rights-based, rather than a risk-based, emphasis in criminal justice innovations might redress the balance. An approach which explores protective factors, rather than risk factors, is worthy of consideration.

This article argues that current theoretical and practice approaches to men who sexually abuse are based on universalist and overly rationalist assumptions. It explores the increasingly harsh societal context in which this work is currently being conducted. Contemporary ethical debates in probation and social work are also explored in an attempt to delineate the consequences of what appears to be a shift away from 'respect for persons' to a commitment to anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practices. The authors use feminist and pro-feminist writings to argue that differ ences between men are important to interrogate. It also argues that some of the psychoanalytic post-structuralist writings may be useful in explor ing masculine subjectivities.

Developing a Comprehensive Security Program answers the question common among security managers, "What is a model security program, and how does our program compare to it?" In this seven-minute Proven Practices presentation, narrator Elizabeth Lancaster outlines the baseline elements of a security program, which have been defined by experienced Security Executive Council members and research. This presentation is not sector-specific--meaning it's applicable for all organizations and industries. In addition to the baseline security program elements, Lancaster also discusses business-aligned program elements, program characteristics, a program maturity model, and the skills and knowledge the security department needs to possess. Developing a Comprehensive Security Program may be used as a benchmark for existing programs and to educate senior management. It also provides a general understanding of the security function as it currently exists. Developing a Comprehensive Security Program is a part of Elsevier's Security Executive Council Risk Management Portfolio, a collection of real world solutions and "how-to" guidelines that equip executives, practitioners, and educators with proven information for successful security and risk management programs. The seven-minute, visual PowerPoint presentation with audio narration format is excellent for group learning Information is drawn from the many years of collective knowledge and experience of the Security Executive Council community Identifies program characteristics and the knowledge areas and skills security leaders should possess.

Offending behaviour is one of the most talked about issues in contemporary society. What can be done to stop people reoffending? What can be done to help people escape their criminal lifestyles? This book aims to review and analyse the different ways in which these questions are addressed in practice, drawing upon the expertise of academics and practitioners.The book provides a critical reference text for practitioners, students and researchers interested in devising the most effective means of addressing offending behaviour. Its focus is on the actual work undertaken with offenders, and draws