Ruwan Uduwerage-Perera MA, MSc, FHEA
Public Speaker and Equalities Advocate in Gordonbush, United Kingdom
Ruwan Uduwerage-Perera, MA, MSc, FHEA, FRSA
Professor of Policing, Institute of Policing, University of Staffordshire
Academic Scholar (Prof), Emeritus Resource Faculty, Rashtriya Raksha University (formerly Raksha Shakti University).
(Former) Director of Policing, Criminology & Justice, University of East London, Royal Dock School of Business and Law
Director: PIEL Centre, UK. International Centre for Policing, Innovation, Enterprise and Learning #bethechangeinpolicing
Visiting Fellow, Solent University
Ruwan Uduwerage-Perera’s career exemplifies a "pracademic" approach, bridging practical policing experience with academic skills, particularly in the fields of policing, criminology, community engagement, and issues of diversity and equality. His dual role as a practitioner and an academic provides a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities in modern policing and the wider criminal justice system.
With colleagues from across the globe and a specific influence in India, Ruwan is currently developing a solution-oriented practice approach for the police and the wider criminal justice system, which represents an evolution beyond problem- and evidence-based policing approaches that puts community views back at the forefront.
Outside of academia, Ruwan is actively involved as a councillor within Brora Community Council and committed to maintaining the unique environment of the Highlands.