Penny Green Livres

Questions the perametres of state crime in all its forms, from corruption and corporate crime to 'natural' disasters, torture, war crimes and genocide.

Through extensive international field research across six countries, the book examines the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in identifying and revealing state crime, violence, and corruption. It highlights the strategies employed by these organizations to confront abuses of power and promote accountability, shedding light on the challenges they face in various political contexts. The insights drawn from diverse case studies provide a deeper understanding of the impact of CSOs on governance and societal change.

"Australian discussion of asylum seekers is polarised between slogans of 'Stop the Boats' & 'Bring them here'. Both sides have good arguments - & both have their blind spots ... This book aims to bridge the troubled waters. Surveying a wide range of evidence, it presents new insights on how best to approach a major issue for Australia's future." -- Back cover.