Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice Department, Widener University
Michelle Lyttle Storrod is an assistant professor of criminal justice at Widener University and is an affiliate of the SAFElab at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her PhD from Rutgers University–Camden. Michelle is the coauthor of the largest violence prevention charity in Europe. Her cross-national scholarly pursuits center on the intricate intersection of youth, social media, and crime. Specifically, her research delves into how young people utilize social media platforms and mobile devices within the context of crime and victimization including drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and serious youth violence. She has shared her research at the House of Lords and the Ministry of Justice; it is also cited in a range of UK policies. Drawing from over a decade of practical experience working with gangs, Michelle’s research direction is deeply rooted in a commitment to supporting young people, with a focus on girls. Michelle’s most recent work looks at the role of women in community violence intervention conducted in spaces that include the digital world.