ENHANCING THE INSTITUTIONAL ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS OF THE MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS OF THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN IN CRIME PREVENTION

This article examines the institutional role of educational institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the crime-prevention system, focusing on their responsibilities in initial and continuing professional education, research capacity, and cooperation with operational law-enforcement agencies. Drawing on international scholars’ approaches to problem-oriented policing, evidence-based decision-making, and the evaluation of professional police education, the article develops proposals for integrating education, research, and preventive practice.