Money laundering, a key element of drug trafficking, often goes unnoticed, as does the role played by women in these operations. Alejandra Freire Explains.

The director of FLACSO Costa Rica, Karla Salazar Sánchez, reflects on why women commit crimes and how the prison system fails them.

The analysis of the role of women in criminal organisations is permeated by stereotypes. Researcher Carolina Sampó reflects on how these impact on the way in which governments develop their approaches.

Investigative journalist Douglas Farah reflects on the evolution of crime, violence and the potential future scenarios in Latin America.

A new report revealed the problems behind the implementation of judicial reform to address drug trafficking cases in Argentina.