MAIN ACTIVITIES OF UNAFEI(1 January 2013 -31 December 2013)

I. ROLE AND MANDATE
The Asia and Far East Institute for the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders(UNAFEI) was established in Tokyo, Japan in 1962 pursuant to an agreement between the United
Nations and the Government of Japan. Its goal is to contribute to sound social development in Asiaand the Pacific region by promoting regional cooperation in the field of crime prevention and criminal
justice, through training and research.
UNAFEI has paid utmost attention to the priority themes identified by the Commission on Crime
Prevention and Criminal Justice. M oreover, UNAFEI has been taking up urgent, contemporary
problems in the administration of criminal justice in the region,especially problems generated by rapidsocio-economic change (e.g.,transnational organized crime,corruption,economic and computer crime
and the reintegration of prisoners into society)as the main themes and topics for its training courses,
seminars and research projects.

II. TRAINING
Training is the principal area and priority of the Instituteʼs work programmes. In the international
training courses and seminars,participants from different areas of the criminal justice field discuss andstudy pressing problems of criminal justice administration from various perspectives. They deepen
their understanding,with the help of lectures and advice by the UNAFEI faculty,visiting experts andad hoc lecturers. This so-called “problem-solving through an integrated approach”is one of the chief
characteristics of UNAFEI programmes.
Each year, UNAFEI conducts two international training courses (six weeksʼduration) and one
international seminar (five weeksʼduration). Approximately one hundred government officials fromvarious overseas countries receive fellowships from the Japan International Cooperation Agency(JICA
is an independent administrative institution for ODA programmes) each year to participate in all
UNAFEI training programmes.
Training courses and seminars are attended by both overseas and Japanese participants. Overseas
participants come not only from the Asia-Pacific region but also from the M iddle and Near East,Latin
America and Africa. These participants are experienced practitioners and administrators holding
relatively senior positions in criminal justice fields.
By the end of 2013, UNAFEI had conducted a total of 155 international training courses andseminars. Approximately 4,900 criminal justice personnel representing 131 different countries haveparticipated in these seminars. UNAFEI also conducts a number of other specialized courses, bothcountry and subject focused, in which hundreds of other participants from many countries have been
involved. In their respective countries, UNAFEI alumni have been playing leading roles and holdimportant posts in the fields of crime prevention and the treatment of offenders, and in relatedorganizations.
A. The 153rd International Senior Seminar
1. Introduction
The 153rd International Senior Seminar was held from 9 January to 8 February 2013. The main
theme was “Treatment of Female Offenders”. Fifteen overseas participants (including one course
counsellor)and seven Japanese participants attended the Seminar.
2. M ethodology
Firstly, the Seminar participants introduced the roles and functions of criminal justice agencies intheir countries in regard to the main theme. After receiving lectures from UNAFEI Professors and3

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visiting experts, the participants were then divided into two group workshops as follows:
Group 1: Implementing the“Bangkok Rules”―Focusing on Protecting Human Rights by Improving
the Living Environment of Female Offenders
Group 2: Rehabilitation Programmes for Female Offenders―Focusing on Reducing Reoffending of
Female Offenders
Each Group elected a chairperson,co-chairperson(s),a rapporteur and co-rapporteur(s)in order tofacilitate the discussions. During group discussion, the group members studied the designated topics
and exchanged views based on information obtained through personal experiences, the Individual
Presentations, lectures and so forth. The Groups presented their reports during the Report-Back
Session,where they were endorsed as the Reports of the Seminar. The full texts of these Reports were
published in UNAFEI Resource Material Series No. 90.
3. Outcome Summary(i) Implementing the “Bangkok Rules”―Focusing on Protecting Human Rights by Improving the
Living Environment of Female Offenders
The group considered the treatment of female offenders from the following perspectives:1)Gender
Sensitivity:Protecting the Human Rights of Female Offenders;2)Dependent Children;3)Health Care;
4)Juvenile Care;5)M inorities;6)Personnel;7)Research and Study;8)Safety;and 9)Social Relations.
After a lengthy discussion,the Group reported its recommendations for implementing the Bangkok
Rules and focused on the protection of human rights of female offenders. Based on their discussionsof all agenda items, Group 1 concluded that gender sensitivity is not a priority in most countries;
prisons are not designed for female offenders; overcrowding must be addressed by diversion andalternative treatment for women that avoids imprisonment;and treatment must focus on providing
women with educational or vocational skills, making them self-reliant upon the conclusion of theirtreatment.
The Group advocated the following recommendations to improve the treatment of female offenders:A. extensive research to address female offendersʼspecific needs;B. providing gender-specific training
to correctional staff;C. using inter-agency cooperation (police,prosecution,courts,and corrections)toaddress overcrowding by the improvement of diversion programmes;D. judicial and human-rightsorganization inspection of the condition of female inmates; E. sensitization of the public through“Restorative Justice”public awareness campaigns;F. the construction ofwomenʼs prisons and smaller,
more community-based institutions;G. empowering correctional facilities to provide special medicalcare for female offenders, especially for gynaecology and mental health care; H. employment ofexperienced female staff by relevant governmental agencies in order to influence the decision-making
process on issues that affect female offenders;I. separation of juvenile and adult female offenders;J.
optimizing mental health care, drug treatment programmes, and educational/vocational programmes
through public-and private-sector partnerships.
(ii) Rehabilitation Programmes for Female Offenders―Focusing on Reducing Reoffending of Female
Offenders
The group conducted its discussions according to the following agenda: (1) characteristics offemale-committed offences; (2) effective assessment/classification methods for female offenders; (3)necessary rehabilitation programmes for female offenders;and (4)surrounding issues of rehabilitation
programmes of female offenders.
After in-depth discussions on these sub-topics, the group concluded that the treatment of female
offenders has not received sufficient attention due to their small(but increasing)population in comparison with male offenders. The Group recognized that offences committed by females differ from thoseof males in terms of the types of offences or the motives for the offences. Consequently, female
offenders require special consideration of treatment that meets their needs―both in the institution andin the community.

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Based on the input from the visiting experts, Group 2 identified risks and needs specific to female
offenders: mental health history, depression/anxiety, psychosis/suicidal［tendencies］, child abuse,
adult victimization, relationships, parental stress, and housing safety. Treatment must be tailored toaddress each offenderʼs risks and needs; thus, effective risk-needs assessment is vital. Successful
rehabilitation programmes must be gender-specific and must target criminogenic factors;theymust use
established methodologies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Treatment, and gender-sensitive methodologies, such as trauma care;finally, a holistic approach is necessary.
In addition, the following recommendations were advocated: first, actuarial assessment (i.e.
statistical research)must be conducted to further identify and analyze gender-specific risks and needs;
second, custodial and non-custodial treatment programmes must focus on gender-specific andcriminogenic risk factors,and treatment requires more community-based measures for low-risk female
offenders;and third, the treatment of female offenders must be viewed in a wider context that (1)increases the capacityofcorrectional officers to treat female offenders;(2)expands the knowledge basethrough statistical research and sharing ofbest practices;(3)strengthens cooperation between local andinternational agencies in terms of knowledge sharing and human rights monitoring; and (4) raises
public awareness of the situation of female offenders.
B. The 154th International Training Course
1. Introduction
The 154th International Training Course was held from 15 May to 28 June 2013. The main theme
was “Stress M anagement of Correctional Personnel―Enhancing the Capacity of M id-Level Staff”.
Twelve overseas participants,including two international observers,and seven Japanese participants
attended this Course.
2. M ethodology
The objectives of the Course were primarily realized through the Individual Presentations,lecturesby visiting experts and Group Workshop sessions. In the former,each participant presented the actual
situation, problems and future prospects of his or her country with respect to the main theme of the
Course. The Group Workshops further examined the subtopics of the main theme. To facilitate
discussion, the participants were divided into two groups to discuss the following topics under theguidance of faculty advisers:
Group 1: Causes of Stress for Correctional Personnel and Necessary Abilities for M id-Level Staff
to Solve the Problems
Group 2: What M id-Level Staff Can Do for Correctional Personnel in Terms of Stress M anagement
The two groups each elected a chairperson,co-chairperson(s),a rapporteur and co-rapporteur(s)toorganize the discussions. The group members studied the designated subtopics and exchanged theirviews based on information obtained through personal experience, the Individual Presentations, lectures and so forth. The Groups presented their reports during the Report-Back Session, where they
were endorsed as the reports of the Course. The full texts of the reports were published in full in
Resource M aterial Series No. 91.
3. Outcome Summary(i) Causes of Stress for Correctional Personnel and Necessary Abilities for Mid-Level Staff to Solvethe Problems
Group 1 reported on the causes of stress,stress management solutions,and the abilities required for
mid-level correctional staff to solve the problem of work-related stress. Although there are manycauses of stress, the group focused on the five main issues that cause stress:(1) limited corrections
budgets; (2) the nature of corrections work; (3) prison overcrowding; (4) lack of leadership andmanagement;and (5)lack of adequate training.
Limited corrections budgets affect both inmates and officers:inmates suffer from inadequate careand facilities,and officers are understaffed,overworked and underpaid. Solving this problem requires
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staff must link budget proposals with organizational goals. Further, they must improve managerial
skills and motivate their staffs.
The nature of corrections work is inherently stressful because officers deal with threats, inmatesʼ
demands, and the diversity and seriousness of criminal problems. Solutions include maintaining law
and order,improved teamwork,and instituting effective treatment programmes. Overcrowding causes
significant stress; the group emphasized the importance of alternative sentencing and diversion
programmes to solve this problem. M id-level staff must lead by example,use teamwork and communicate effectively.
Lack of leadership and management is caused by the lack of skills and poor strategic planning.
M anagers must develop sound administrative and human-resource policies to solve this problem.
M id-level staff must learn to engage in strategic planning, recruit and develop human resources, andmotivate subordinates.
Lack of adequate training causes stress for employees who do not feel they have adequate knowledge to perform their jobs. Solutions include training all levels of employees and actively encouraging
staff participation in the programmes. M id-level staff must have the ability to plan and execute
training programmes and manage human resources effectively.
Sometimes,despite our best efforts,problems cannot be solved. In these cases,mid-level staff must
engage in stress management to reduce stress. The group reported numerous techniques to manage
stress that were drawn from the Individual Presentations (i.e. leading balanced lives and religious/
spiritual pursuits)and the Visiting Experts (i.e. the Golden Ratio).
M id-level staff can improve their abilities by(1)using reliable assessment programmes to evaluate
the strengths and weaknesses of their subordinates;(2)designing tailor-made training programmes in
response;(3)broadening professional exposure by attending senior officer meetings,gaining experiencein different departments,and attending overseas training seminars;(4)knowledge sharing of rules andregulations, case studies, staff welfare issues, etc. using Hong Kongʼs “Knowledge Management
System”(KMS)database as a model;and (5)“horizontal”development by performing tasks outside of
their core duties.
(ii) What Mid-Level Staff Can Do for Correctional Personnel in Terms of Stress Management
Group 2 reported on measures that can be taken by mid-level staff to address work-related stressin correctional settings. The group discussed (1) the current situation and countermeasures in the
country of each participant in the group, (2) common problems and countermeasures faced by all
countries;and (3) enhancing leadership of mid-level staff. Overcrowding, the nature of corrections
work, lack of budget and staff, lack of facilities and equipment, lack of communication, and lack oftraining and leadership skills were all identified as factors that cause work-related stress. Recognizingthat budgets are almost always limited, the group focused on using the limited resources available inthe best way to achieve desired targets.
The group began by identifying the current situation of stress faced by correctional officers in eachcountry participating in the group,as well as countermeasures against it. Next,the following common
problems were identified:(1)lack of communication;(2)insufficient training,and (3)lack of leadership.
First, the group recommended implementing feedback systems, including the Plan, Do, Check, Act(PDCA)Cycle as the primary method for improving communication within the workplace. Additionally, mid-level staff are encouraged to take action that will increase communication and improve thework environment, such as encouraging open communication, scheduling regular meetings, and considering use of the “large room”system, which is currently being evaluated by the Japanese Public
Prosecutorʼs Office. Next,frequent mistakes,low morale,and feelings of incompetency were identified
as problems caused by insufficient staff training;emphasis on basic,follow-up,specialized and on-thejob training was proposed as a countermeasure. Finally, the group proposed using Performance andM aintenance(PM)Theory to address lack of leadership byfocusing on providing support and feedback
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MAIN ACTIVITIES OF UNAFEIThe group reported that enhancing leadership of mid-level staff was vital to reducing work-related
stress. M id-level staff should (1)evaluate the performance of their subordinates;(2)delegate authority;(3) increase employee autonomy and accountability;(4) improve decision-making skills;(5) practice“transformational leadership”;and (6)receive systematic and organized training.
To achieve effective stress management, the group made the following recommendations:that all
correctional institutions (A) adopt stress management programmes;(B) establish a communications
network in order to share important information timely, accurately, and objectively;and (C)provide
employees with appropriate and continuous education and training, and train mid-level staff toproperly delegate authority.
C. The 155th International Training Course
1. Introduction
The 155th International Training Course was held from 21 August to 27 September 2013. The main
theme was “Effective Collection and Utilization of Evidence in Criminal Cases”. Seventeen overseas
participants and seven Japanese participants attended.
2. M ethodology
The participants ofthe 155th Course endeavoured to explore the theme primarilythrough a comparative analysis of the current situation and the problems encountered. The participantsʼin-depth
discussions enabled them to put forth effective and practical solutions.
The objectives were primarily realized through the Individual Presentations, lectures by visiting
experts and the Group Workshop sessions. In the former, each participant presented the actual
situation, problems and future prospects of his or her country with respect to the main theme of the
Course. To facilitate discussions, the participants were divided into two groups.
Each Group elected a chairperson,co-chairperson,rapporteur and co-rapporteur(s)to organize thediscussions. The group members studied the situation in each of their countries and exchanged theirviews based on information obtained through personal experience, the Individual Presentations, lectures and so forth. Both groups examined the course theme. The Groups presented their reports in theReport-Back Sessions, where they were endorsed as the reports of the Course. The reports were
published in full in UNAFEI Resource Material Series No. 92.
3. Outcome Summary(i) Effective Collection and Utilization of EvidenceGroup 1 conducted its discussions based on the following agenda: (1) effective collection andutilization of oral statements; (2) collection of objective evidence; and (3) necessary measures toimprove/develop investigation in each country. All group members emphasized the importance of thestatements of witnesses,victims and suspects for the completion of a successful criminal investigationand for bringing criminal offenders to justice. While affirming the importance of the right of criminal
defendants to remain silent during criminal investigations,the group found that respect for that rightby criminal justice professionals creates challenges that require the use of improved investigation andinterrogation techniques and reliance on objective evidence.
On oral statements, the group reported that aspects of the PEACE model and Reid technique arebeing used in most countries. Although the countries participating in the group reported differing
views on the necessity of obtaining confessions,the PEACE model and Reid techniques of investigationand interrogation are useful in the criminal investigation process. M oreover,the group discussed theuse of plea bargaining in the participating countries and reported that such systems are used―either
by law or in practice―in the Ukraine, Guinea, Nepal, and Vanuatu. Plea bargaining is not used,but
is under consideration,in Japan and Thailand. The group reported that it found plea bargaining to bea useful tool in obtaining oral testimony from suspects or accomplices. However, regarding plea
bargaining and use of the PEACE model and Reid technique,the group felt that each country must findits own solution.
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establish the objective truth. All participating countries reported the use of some form of objective
evidence, but techniques and resources vary from country to country
The group concluded that each country requires its own solutions to challenges faced during theinvestigation process, and detailed measures for each participating country are stated in the groupʼsfinal report. The following recommendations are applicable to all countries:(1)everypossible measure
should be taken in all countries to follow the rule of law;(2)all countries should enhance the effectiveness of criminal investigations by adoption of legislation for appropriate interrogation methods;(3)allcountries should share best practices and deepen international cooperation in the field of criminal
justice.
(ii) Effective Collection and Utilization of EvidenceGroup 2 conducted its discussions based on the following agenda: (1) effective collection andutilization of oral statements; (2) collection of objective evidence; and (3) necessary measures toimprove/develop investigation in each country. Regarding the collection of oral statements,the groupreported that although there are differing attitudes on the extent of the right to remain silent incriminal investigations,all group members agreed that the right is a human right. However,the groupagreed that the oral statements and testimony of suspects,accomplices,witnesses,and victims are all
significant in conducting a thorough investigation and achieving a successful prosecution. Thus,
improved techniques are needed.
The group adopted a number of recommendations designed to improve the collection of oral
evidence in all countries. The group identified the need to improve research of interviewing andinterrogation techniques by the development of a system for the exchange of information on investigation,prosecution,and adjudication experiences between countries;this research can be applied by thedevelopment of training manuals to standardize the use of such techniques. As a practical matter,thegroup suggested concrete measures for improving investigations by (1) establishing separate, wellequipped interviewing rooms at police stations,(2)relying on the guidance of psychologists or experienced investigators, and (3)utilizing assistants to investigators.
Additional measures proposed by the group include:(1)considering the adoption or development ofinterviewing and interrogation techniques, such as the PEACE model and Reid technique; (2) the
development or expansion of witness,victim,and accomplice protection programmes in order to obtain
crucial testimony;(3)adoption of a discretionary model of prosecution that would allow prosecutors
to focus their attention on the most serious crimes;and (4)adoption of a plea-bargaining system,basedon the advantages and the success of such systems in the fight against organized crime and corruption.
Regarding the collection of objective evidence, the group agreed that such evidence is the mostimportant aspect of criminal investigation―solid objective evidence can render a confession unnecessary. However,most countries report a lack of experience,training,and resources to collect objective
evidence. In response,all countries should develop national DNA and fingerprint databases;formulate
rules for dealing with electronic and internet-based evidence; cooperate with the private sector todevelop digital forensics analysis tools;utilize securitycamera analysis;and provide training and funds
for scientific analysis.
D. Special Seminars and Courses
1. The 16th UNAFEI UNCAC Training Programme
The 16th UNAFEI UNCAC Training Programme was held from 9 October to 13 November 2013.
This Programme dealt with the United Nations Convention against Corruption and examined countermeasures against corruption. The theme of the Programme was Effective Measures to Prevent andCombat Corruption and to Encourage Cooperation between the Public and Private Sectors. Eighteen
overseas participants and seven Japanese participants attended.
2. The Seventh Regional Seminar on Good Governance for Southeast Asian Countries
UNAFEI hosted the Seventh Regional Seminar on Good Governance for Southeast Asian Countries
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Seminar was co-hosted by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. The main theme of the
Seminar was “Enhancing Investigative Ability in Corruption Cases”. Thirteen participants from eightSoutheast Asian countries attended. The Seminar featured the following visiting experts:M r. Tony
Kwok,former Deputy Commissioner of Hong Kongʼs Independent Commission against Corruption;Mr.
Ang Seow Lian, Deputy Director of Singaporeʼs Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau; and Mr.
Kenneth C. Kohl, Resident Legal Advisor at the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia.
3. The Thirteenth Training Course on the Juvenile Delinquent Treatment System for Kenya
The Thirteenth Training Course on the Juvenile Delinquent Treatment System for Kenya was heldfrom 30 January to 22 February 2013. Eleven participants from juvenile justice agencies were exposedto theories and practices with regard to “through-care”and what is required to treat juveniles in thejuvenile justice system. The course curriculum was based on lectures,visits to relevant organizations
and group work discussions. At the end of the course,the participants prepared training materials on
through-care for childcare and protection officers in Kenya.
4. The Ninth Seminar on Criminal Justice for Central Asia
The Ninth Seminar on Criminal Justice for Central Asia was held from 27 February to 14 March
2013. The main theme of the Seminar was“
Addressing Corruption which Hinders Countermeasures for
Drug Offences and Other Crimes:Especially,Ethics and Codes of Conduct for Judges,Prosecutors andOther Law Enforcement Officials”. Eleven participants from four Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, attended.

III. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
A. Regional Training Programmes
1. Short-Term Experts in Kenya
From 22 July to 23 August, UNAFEI dispatched a professor to provide technical assistance to
Kenya on its juvenile justice system, in coordination with Kenyaʼs national project for capacitybuilding of childcare and protection officers (CCPOs). The professor participated in the terminal
evaluation of the project, made a presentation on the twenty-year history of UNAFEIʼ
s support to
Kenyaʼ
s juvenile justice system, delivered a lecture on information sharing in the Japanese juvenile
justice system and assisted in the preparation of guidelines on through-care and aftercare for thechildren in statutory institutions. These guidelines were approved by the Director of ChildrenʼsServices, the Director of Probation and Aftercare Services and the Commissioner General of Prison
Service, and were shared with senior CCPOs through a symposium on through-care and aftercare forthe children in the juvenile justice system.

IV. INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION SERVICES
The Institute continues to collect data and other resource materials on crime trends,crime prevention strategies and the treatment of offenders from Asia,the Pacific,Africa,Europe and the Americas,
and makes use of this information in its training courses and seminars. The Information and LibraryService of the Institute has been providing,upon request,materials and information to United Nations
agencies, governmental organizations, research institutes and researchers,both domestic and foreign.

V. PUBLICATIONS
Reports on training courses and seminars are published regularly by the Institute. Since 1971,theInstitute has issued the Resource Material Series,which contains contributions by the facultymembers,
visiting experts and participants of UNAFEI courses and seminars. In 2013, the 89th, 90th and 91steditions of the Resource M aterial Series were published. Additionally,issues 140 to 142(from the 153rd
Seminar to the 155th Training Course,respectively)of the UNAFEI Newsletter were published,which
included a brief report on each course and seminar and other timely information. These publications
are also available on UNAFEIʼ
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VI. OTHER ACTIVITIES
A. Public Lecture Programme
On 24 January 2013,the Public Lecture Programme was conducted in the Grand Conference Hall of
the Ministry of Justice. In attendance were many distinguished guests, UNAFEI alumni and theparticipants of the 153rd International Senior Seminar. This Programme was jointly sponsored by the
Asia Crime Prevention Foundation (ACPF), the Japan Criminal Policy Society (JCPS)and UNAFEI.
Public Lecture Programmes increase the publicʼs awareness of criminal justice issues, throughcomparative international study,by inviting distinguished speakers from abroad. In 2013,Dr. Patricia
Van Voorhis, Professor Emerita, School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati, and Dr.
Nathee Chitsawang, Deputy Director, Office of the Attorney General of Thailand, were invited as
speakers. They presented papers entitled ”
Policy Developments Regarding the Treatment of Women
Offenders in the US: the Slow Process of Change”and “Key Issues of Women Prisoners: Lessons
Learned from Thai Prisons,”respectively.
B. Assisting UNAFEI Alumni Activities
Various UNAFEI alumni associations in several countries have commenced, or are about tocommence, research activities in their respective criminal justice fields. It is, therefore, one of theimportant tasks of UNAFEI to support these contributions to improve the crime situation internationally.
C. Overseas M issions
Professor Akiko Tashiro visited Bangkok,Thailand from 19 to 21 February 2013 to attend the East
Asia-Pacific Regional M eeting on the Implementation of the United Nations Rules for the Treatment
of Women Prisoners and Non-custodial M easures for Women Offenders (the Bangkok Rules).
Professor Akiko Tashiro visited Bangkok,Thailand and Manila,the Philippines,from 1 to 10 April
2013 to attend the 2013 ASEAN Plus Three Conference on Probation and Non-custodial Measures.
Deputy Director Kenichi Kiyono visited Vienna, Austria from 21 to 25 April to attend the 22nd
session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice,held in the United Nations Officein Vienna.
Deputy Director Kenichi Kiyono visited Ulaanbaatar, M ongolia from 22 to 25 May 2013 for a
conference on the Implementation and Tendency of State Policy on Combating Crime, hosted by the
Law Enforcement University of Mongolia.
Director Tomoko Akane visited Beijing, China from 16 to 19 August 2013 to attend the Fifth
International Forum of Contemporary Criminal Law.
Deputy Director Kenichi Kiyono visited Delhi, India from 9 to 12 September 2013 to attend theFifty-Second Annual Session of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization.
Professor Koji Yoshimura and Officer Masato Honda visited India Delhi from 22 to 27 September
2013 to attend the 33rd Asian and Pacific Conference of Correctional Administrators (APCCA).
Professor Yoshimura made a presentation entitled “Mission and Future Challenges of UNAFEI”as aSpecialist Presentation.
Professor Akiko Tashiro visited the United Kingdom from 7 to 15 October 2013 to attend the 1stWorld Congress on Probation and to conduct research on the criminal justice system in the UK.
Professor Toru Nagai visited Colorado Springs, U.S.A from 26 October to 3 November 2013 toattend the 15th Annual Conference of the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA)
Director Tomoko Akane visited Bangkok, Thailand from 14 to 15 November 2013 to attend the
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Deputy Director Kenichi Kiyono visited Panama City, Panama from 25 to 27 November 2013 toattend The Fifth Conference ofthe States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption.
Director Tomoko Akane visited Courmayeur, Italy from 11 to 15 December 2013 to attend the
Co-ordination M eeting of the United Nations Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme
Network and the ISPAC International Conference.
D. Assisting ACPF Activities
UNAFEI cooperates and collaborates with the Asia Crime Prevention Foundation (ACPF) to
improve crime prevention and criminal justice administration in the region. Since UNAFEI and the
ACPF have many similar goals, and a large part of the ACPFʼ
s membership consists of UNAFEI
alumni, the relationship between the two is very strong.

VII. HUMAN RESOURCES
A. Staff
In 1970, the Government of Japan assumed full financial and administrative responsibility forrunning the Institute. The Director, Deputy Director and approximately nine professors are selectedfrom among public prosecutors,the judiciary,corrections,probation and the police. UNAFEI also hasapproximately 15 administrative staff members, who are appointed from among officials of theGovernment of Japan, and a linguistic adviser. M oreover, the Ministry of Justice invites visiting
experts from abroad to each training course and seminar. The Institute has also received valuableassistance from various experts, volunteers and related agencies in conducting its training programmes.
B. Faculty and Staff Changes
M r.Yuichi Tada,formerlya professor ofUNAFEI,was transferred to the Yokohama District Courton 1 April 2013.
M s.Kumiko Izumi,formerly a professor of UNAFEI,was transferred to the Saitama District Public
Prosecutors Office on 1 April 2013.
M r. Fumihiko Yanaka, formerly a professor of UNAFEI, was transferred to the International
Bureau on 1 April 2013.
M s.M ayu Yoshida,formerly a professor of UNAFEI,was transferred to Tochigi Prison on 1 April
2013.
M s.Yukako Mio,formerly a public prosecutor of the Okayama District Public Prosecutors Office,
was appointed a professor of UNAFEI on 1 April 2013.
M r. Kazuhiko Moriya, formerly a public prosecutor of the Fukuoka District Public Prosecutors
Office, was appointed a professor of UNAFEI on 1 April 2013.
M r. Toru Nagai, formerly the chief of the financial affairs section at Kanazawa Prison, wasappointed a professor of UNAFEI on 1 April 2013.
M r. Yusuke Hirose, formerly a Judge of the Kushiro District Court, was appointed a professor of
UNAFEI on 1 April 2013.
M r. Tatsuya Sakuma, formerly the Director of UNAFEI was transferred to the Maebashi District
Public Prosecutors Office on 5 July 2013.
M s. Tomoko Akane, formerly a public prosecutor at the Supreme Public Prosecutors Office, wasappointed as the new Director of UNAFEI on 5 July 2013.
M s.Sae Sakai left her position as a kitchen chef at UNAFEI on 1 November 2013 and was replaced

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VIII. FINANCESThe M inistry of Justice primarily provides the Instituteʼs budget. UNAFEIʼ
s total budget for its
programmes is approximately ¥70 million per year. Additionally, JICA and the ACPF provide
assistance for the Instituteʼs international training courses and seminars.

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