React 365: Research into Action

At Locate International, we believe that innovative research is crucial to improving the practices and outcomes of missing and unidentified person investigations. React 365 is our initiative dedicated to driving this research and turning it into actionable solutions that can make a significant difference.

What is React 365?

React 365 is focused on conducting and supporting innovative research in the field of missing and unidentified persons. Our goal is to transform research into practice, driving impactful changes and improving the evidence base for future investigations.

The following aspects make up the pillars of React 365:

  1. Innovative Research: We conduct and support cutting-edge research projects that aim to improve the practices surrounding missing and unidentified person investigations.

  2. Academic Engagement: We increase Locate International’s presence within the academic community, encouraging collaboration and participation from universities and research institutions.

  3. Rigorous Research Process: Our research process includes idea generation, ethical review, internal oversight, and the creative dissemination of high-quality outputs.

  4. Educational Support: We support undergraduate and post-graduate research projects, providing guidance and resources to aspiring researchers.

  5. Data Utilisation: We leverage data from Quest and other sources to build a robust academic evidence base, informing future investigations and preventative measures.

How we’re making a difference

  • Transformative Impact: By turning research into action, we aim to prevent future cases of missing and unidentified persons.

  • Data-Driven Solutions: Our approach follows the public health model for prevention, collating rich data sets to inform evidence-based interventions.

  • Collaborative Efforts: We work with various stakeholders to ensure that our research is comprehensive and impactful, driving real-world changes.