Current Position
Assistant Professor, Department of Police Work, Södertörn University, Stockholm, Sweden

Academic Background
Ph.D. in Psychology, Linköping University, Sweden

Research Interests
Dr. Rasoal conducts research on the dynamics of interaction between law enforcement agencies and the relatives of individuals involved in criminal activities. Her work aims to deepen understanding of the role of family members—particularly guardians—in criminal investigations and to inform the development of strategies that promote effective collaboration between the police and affected communities.

Ongoing Research Projects

1. Female Guardians’ Perspectives on Criminal Networks in Sweden
   Background:Rising levels of violence in Sweden, including shootings and organized crime, have drawn attention to the experiences of female guardians of individuals involved in criminal networks.
   Objective:This study explores the health-related perspectives, lived experiences, and institutional encounters of these women. It also examines how representatives from relevant authorities perceive and interact with female guardians in the context of crime prevention and investigation.
2. Attitudes of Relatives of Young Offenders Toward the Police
   When law enforcement investigates individuals involved in gang-related crime, their relatives often become indirectly affected. This project reviews existing research on how relatives experience police contact during investigations.
   Focus:The study aims to identify perceived supportive or facilitating factors in the police–family interaction during criminal investigations, with the goal of improving communication and trust between the parties.

ARTICLES

Rasoal, C., & Mickelsson, T (2025). Perception and attitudes toward police among justice-involved youths’ paraents: a scoping review. Policing: An International Journal.

Mickelsson, T., Norrström, A., Rasoal, C. & Ghazinour, M. (2024). Community sports as a conduit for police-youth relationships: a scoping review. Policing: An International Journal, 48, 263-283

PRESENTATIONS

Rasoal, C. & Paillard-Borg, S. (2023). Women’s health, organized crime and community violence: A Swedish context.Paper presented at: Rethinking Police Professionalism Conference. School of Police Studies, Södertörn University, 27–28 November. Stockholm, Sweden

Rasoal, C. & Forström, D. (2023). Gambling, crime and consequences: a multi perspective project. Paper presented at:Rethinking Police Professionalism Conference. School of Police Studies, Södertörn University, 27–28 November. Stockholm, Sweden

Rasoal, C. (2014). Police education in multicultural environment: Problems and challenges. 7-9 october, Riga, Latvia