The study is being conducted using a methodology developed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and is fully aligned with contemporary international standards.
The research seeks to assess the actual scale of crime, the extent of latent crime, the public's perception of safety, and the level of public trust in law enforcement agencies.
A distinctive feature of the study is that it enables the effectiveness of law enforcement agencies to be assessed not only on the basis of official crime statistics but also through the opinions and perceptions of the population.
The findings of the research will serve as the basis for developing scientific and practical recommendations aimed at further improving the crime prevention system in mahallas, strengthening public safety, and increasing public confidence in state institutions.