Our Partners

Partnerships are integral to our mission. We collaborate with organizations, institutions, and individuals committed to advancing equity, innovation, and excellence in criminal justice research. Together, we empower MSIs to drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

Our Key Partners

We partner with Minority-Serving Institutions, research organizations, foundations, and justice-focused leaders working to strengthen research and advance equitable solutions.

  • National Institute of Justice (NIJ): As a primary funder, the NIJ supports our initiatives to build research capacity, enhance infrastructure, and create opportunities for MSI researchers to secure external funding.
  • National Organization of Research Development Professionals (NORDP): NORDP collaborates with us to conduct assessments, develop strategic plans, and provide tailored technical assistance that strengthens research infrastructure at MSIs.

Why Partner With Us?

Together, we can expand research opportunities, support scholar development, strengthen institutional capacity, and drive meaningful change in criminal justice.

By partnering with CERC-MSI, you can:

  • Expand Impact: Contribute to initiatives that strengthen MSIs’ research infrastructure and empower underrepresented scholars.
  • Drive Innovation: Collaborate on groundbreaking research that addresses critical challenges in criminal justice and related fields.
  • Foster Equity: Promote diversity and inclusion in research and academia.

Interested in Partnering With Us?

Partner with us to support innovation, collaboration, and research that matters. We welcome organizations committed to building a stronger future for justice research.

We welcome new collaborations with organizations, institutions, and professionals committed to supporting MSIs.

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