Her Work
Yasmin Shangayo is a criminologist with a solid academic background in criminology and security studies. As a recent graduate, she brings a strong foundation in criminal behaviour analysis, investigative methodology, crime scene assessment, security risk evaluation, and evidence-based research to her professional work.
Yasmin has a genuine passion for justice and a particular focus on cases involving women — an area of criminal justice that demands both analytical rigour and deep empathy. She is committed to applying ethical and empathetic investigative practices, ensuring that every case is handled with the sensitivity and attention it deserves.
Based in Kenya, Yasmin represents the growing cohort of African women entering the forensic and criminological sciences — bringing local context, global standards, and a commitment to evidence-based justice to her work.
Areas of Expertise
Criminal Behaviour Analysis
Understanding psychological, social, and environmental factors driving criminal behaviour — applying analytical frameworks to support investigation and prevention.
Security Risk Evaluation
Assessing security vulnerabilities using structured methodologies — supporting organisations and communities in identifying and mitigating threats.
Investigative Methodology
Applying evidence-based investigative approaches to criminal cases with a commitment to ethical, rigorous, and empathetic practice throughout.
Justice for Women
A particular focus on cases involving women — bringing the sensitivity, attentiveness, and advocacy these cases demand to every aspect of forensic work.
What Drives Her
Evidence-Based Justice
Committed to applying rigorous, research-grounded approaches to forensic and criminological work — ensuring investigative conclusions are supported by solid evidence and ethical methodology.
Women-Centred Forensic Practice
Bringing a focused, empathetic lens to cases involving women — recognising the unique dimensions of such cases and the importance of sensitive, thorough, advocacy-driven investigation.
Forensic Development in East Africa
As part of a growing generation of African criminologists, Yasmin is committed to advancing forensic and security science practice in Kenya and across the East African region.