Professor Martin Urbina

About the Author

Professor Martin Urbina is a distinguished scholar and educator whose work critically examines the intersections of race, gender, and the criminal justice system. With a career spanning decades in academia, he has illuminated the enduring legacies of colonialism and the disproportionate impacts of punitive policies on marginalized communities. Urbina's research draws on historical analysis and contemporary case studies to challenge systemic inequalities, advocating for reforms that promote equity and human rights. As a professor of criminology, he has influenced countless students and policymakers through his incisive publications and lectures. His seminal book, Race, Gender, and Punishment: From Colonialism to the War on Terror, exemplifies his commitment to unpacking the social forces shaping punishment in modern society, offering profound insights into the War on Terror's ramifications.