Who We Are

Pearl International Insights (PII) is an independent research and consultancy centre founded and led by Dr. Hazel Cameron, a leading authority on state criminality, transnational organised crime, and investigative research. PII combines academic rigour with frontline insight to deliver trusted intelligence stakeholders working in the arena of complex and politically sensitive environments.

Dr. Cameron brings a rare combination of frontline law enforcement experience and academic distinction, ensuring that all PII outputs are methodologically robust, contextually informed, and strategically relevant. Under her leadership, the organisation maintains a reputation for excellence, discretion, and impact in some of the most challenging geopolitical landscapes.

Our Mission

At PII, through high-level investigative research, expert country reporting, and strategic advisory services, our mission is to advance justice, accountability, and informed decision-making by delivering rigorous, evidence-based research and strategic consultancy on state crimes, political violence, and transnational organised criminal networks. We are committed to uncovering and critically analysing the underlying systems of harm—whether institutional, state-sanctioned, or transnational—that perpetuate insecurity, corruption, and human rights violations across global contexts.

What We Do

Our work spans:

  • Political violence and state complicity in human rights abuses

  • Mapping transnational organised criminal ecosystems

  • Country-specific risk and threat assessments

  • Legal and humanitarian advisory in conflict-affected regions

  • Media and policy consultation

  • Delivering tailor-made immersive educational experiences in a post-conflict/post-genocide environment

Our Approach

At PII, we believe that evidence matters. Our methodology is grounded in rigorous academic research, field-based investigation, and strategic stakeholder engagement. Whether producing expert reports for legal teams or advising humanitarian actors and governments navigating fragile environments, we ensure every project delivers practical and policy-relevant insight.

We pride ourselves on our ability to work in high-risk and politically sensitive settings, offering partners intelligence they can trust—delivered with discretion, clarity, and contextual depth.