David A Raho

David A. Raho is a PhD researcher in Law and Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University, investigating the comparative adoption of AI in Probation and Rehabilitation across England and Wales, Brazil, and Japan.
He combines this academic work with broad practical experience, working within Probation and more recently with the AI team at His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. Recognised as an expert in the field, his contributions to the Confederation of European Probation Technologies Group have directly shaped the development of technology and AI in Probation across Europe.

David champions human rights, social inclusion, and the safe, ethical and human-centred application of AI in Probation and Prisons. He is both a Trustee and Fellow of the Probation Institute.
His expertise includes implementing and using technologies such as electronic monitoring, biometric systems, Probation case management systems and service user apps.

He has previously advised trade unions and organisations ranging from small enterprises to large corporations on AI and emerging technologies. Additionally, he has served as a consultant, offering guidance on applying artificial intelligence to health and safety systems to enhance hazard detection and risk prediction.