The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) hosted a guest lecture on juvenile delinquency in the Maldives for students enrolled in PSY311 Forensic Psychology on 12 November 2026.

The session was delivered by representatives from the Department of Juvenile Justice, providing students with an opportunity to explore juvenile delinquency from the perspective of professionals working within the juvenile justice system.

A total of 15 students and two staff members participated in the session. The guest lecture provided a valuable opportunity to connect theoretical learning in forensic psychology with the realities of juvenile justice practice in the Maldivian context.

Through engagement with practitioners, students were able to broaden their understanding of issues surrounding juvenile delinquency and the systems involved in responding to young people who come into contact with the justice system. The session also encouraged students to consider the roles of different professionals and institutions in understanding and responding to juvenile offending.

Guest lectures involving practitioners are an important component of applied health and behavioural sciences education, as they provide students with perspectives and experiences that complement classroom-based learning. Such engagements can also help students develop a deeper understanding of professional practice and the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration.

The session demonstrates FHS’s commitment to providing students with contextualised learning opportunities and strengthening connections between academic education and relevant professional sectors.

The initiative contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by enriching students’ learning through engagement with professional expertise, while also supporting SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through collaboration between the university and the Department of Juvenile Justice.