• The MENA region’s pioneering private criminology institution.

  • Internationally acknowledged.

  • CPD-Certified Training Courses. Professionally evaluated for learning quality.

Vision

To lead the transformation of criminology in the region by fostering academic excellence and strengthening societal resilience against crime.

Mission

KICRA is committed to promoting excellence in criminological research, education, and public engagement by conducting impactful studies that address the region’s distinct criminal challenges. Through the delivery of professional academic training in criminology and crime prevention, KICRA equips individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance public safety. KICRA also fosters strategic collaborations among experts, while actively raising awareness and empowering communities through targeted youth outreach and public programs.

Divisions

Programs

Initiatives designed to counter and prevent crime, including youth outreach initiatives, seminars, and training courses. Each program is designed to build knowledge, raise awareness, and strengthen professional and community capacities.

Public Engagement

KICRA hosts its Annual Criminology Conference every December, uniting regional and international academics to address evolving challenges in criminal justice. Alongside this, KICRA runs public awareness campaigns on pressing issues.

Research & Analysis

Advancing research through original studies, analyses, and projects that address crime trends. Seeking to generate evidence-based insights. These efforts aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of crime and its prevention.

Organizational Leadership

  • Abdelwahab Alenezi

    Founder & President

    Master’s in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. With a concentration in: Crime, Law, and Justice. Areas of Focus: Crime Prevention and Juvenile Delinquency.

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    Khalefah Alshayji

    Chief Executive Officer

    Leading KICRA’s strategic vision and operations, drawing on a professional foundation in project management and leadership, ensuring KICRA’s continued growth, efficiency, and impact.

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    Abdulwahab Alshammari

    Head of External Affairs

    Leading KICRA’s external affairs with a strong foundation in strategic outreach. His years of volunteer work in human rights further shape his approach to public impact and institutional growth.

Advisory Board

  • Dr. Khaled Alnkhailan

    Honorary Advisor

    Dr. Khaled Alnkhailan is an Assistant Professor in Criminology. Concentration: Criminal Entrepreneurship, Social Networks, and Organized Crime.

  • Dr. Khaled Alrashidi

    Honorary Advisor

    Dr. Khaled S. Al-Rashidi is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Law at the College of Law, Kuwait University. He holds an LLB from Kuwait University (2010), an LLM in Criminal Law and Criminal Justice from the University of Leeds (2016), and a PhD in Counter-Corruption Laws from the University of Leeds (2020).

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    Nasser AlSabah

    Honorary Advisor

    Nasser AlSabah is a police practitioner and doctoral candidate at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) in the United States. With over a decade of service in Kuwait’s National Police Force, his research centers on police training and performance, officer culture, and criminal justice systems across the Middle East.

Specialists & Experts

  • Dr. Fahad Aldosari

    Distinguished Expert

    Retired Lieutenant General Dr. Fahad Ibrahim Al-Dosari is a distinguished forensic science and law enforcement professional who advanced to senior leadership roles in the Ministry of Interior, including Director General of Forensic Evidence and Investigations. He has lectured and trained widely on crime scene investigation, arson, and explosives, and authored influential books on physical evidence that serve as key references in regional police academies and universities.

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    Dr. Muaath Almulla

    Criminal Law Expert

    Dr. Muaath Al-Mulla is an Associate Professor of Criminal Law at Kuwait International Law School and a retired Brigadier from Saad Al-Abdullah Academy for Security Sciences. He holds a PhD in Criminal Law and is a certified international trainer with wide experience in criminal law, cybercrime, human rights, and digital justice. Dr. Al-Mulla has published extensively, delivered specialized training for legal and security professionals, and participated in international conferences on law and emerging technologies.

  • Dr. Hebah Alkhaldi

    Academic Researcher

    Dr. Hebah is an academic researcher specializing in Cyberlaw, with expertise in e-commerce regulation and cybersecurity governance. Holds a PhD in Cyberlaw from the University of Leeds and an LLM from Temple University. Her work focuses on strengthening Kuwait’s legal frameworks through comparative research and international collaboration.

  • Dr. Fajer Alhalban

    Psychologist

    Dr. Fajer is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of practice specializing in the assessment and treatment of complex mental health conditions through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Cairo University and advanced postdoctoral training from Behavioral Tech and the British Isles DBT Institute. Dr. Fajer is trained in CBT, ACT, and NVC, with over 280 hours of international DBT training and 95 hours of clinical supervision.

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  • Table of contents page for a report with the title 'CONTENT' and sections including Introduction, Divisions, Deliverables, Presence, Goals, and Contact, dated August 2025.
  • Document with the title 'Pioneering Criminology Institution' from KICRA, describing its role as a pioneering private criminology organization in the MENA region serving as a hub for research, training, and public engagement.
  • Document titled 'About KICRA' describing the Kuwait Institute for Criminal Research & Analysis, founded in 2024 in Kuwait, as the first private criminology research institution in the MENA region.
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  • A document titled 'From Vision to Impact' by KICRA, detailing the organization's history and milestones from 2024 to 2025, including founding, a landmark forum, and building recognition.
  • Document titled 'Areas of Focus' with sections on Programs, Annual Conference, and Research & Analysis, describing initiatives in crime prevention, criminology, and criminal behavior analysis.
  • KICRA Programs Division brochure page detailing training courses, seminars, and youth outreach programs related to criminology and justice.
  • Cover page of a publication titled 'Decoding Men's Rea' by KICRA discussing legal and criminological aspects of mens rea, including research and case analysis.
  • Cover page of a report or presentation titled 'Deliverables,' with sections listing social media presence, annual conference, forums & popups, research findings, and youth initiatives.
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  • Poster titled 'About the Red Line Forum' featuring photos and descriptions of speakers, including Dr. Hussain Alshatti and Abdullah Alkhudari, at a drug abuse prevention event in Kuwait.
  • Document titled 'Goals' with three listed objectives: Decode Crime, Professional Training, and Academic Criminology Hub, with descriptions under each.
  • KICRA testimonial page with a black background and white text, quoting Kuwait News Agency on their role in raising awareness about drug abuse and trafficking, featured in KUNA.
  • Contact information sheet with a world map showing global connections, including phone number, email address, and website.
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