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Celebrating local leadership in Colombia DCAF and La Escuela Digital joined forces in Colombia to highlight the inspiring work of social leaders who are transforming their communities from within. From the powerful storytelling of the Weavers of Mampuján in María la Baja—where art becomes a tool for healing and memory—to eco-leadership in Puerto Leguízamo, where local traditions meet environmental protection, to youth empowerment in Bogotá through Actitud Resiliente, each initiative reflects resilience, creativity, and commitment to peace. 17 Apr 2025
Celebrating local leadership in Colombia
DCAF and La Escuela Digital joined forces in Colombia to highlight the inspiring work of social leaders who are transforming their communities from within.
17 Apr 2025
From the powerful storytelling of the Weavers of Mampuján in María la Baja—where art becomes a tool for healing and memory—to eco-leadership in Puerto Leguízamo, where local traditions meet environmental protection, to youth empowerment in Bogotá through Actitud Resiliente, each initiative reflects resilience, creativity, and commitment to peace.
Strengthening judicial oversight in North Macedonia In collaboration with the Academy of Judges and Prosecutors and the Judicial Tight Group, we has started a research analysis on judicial practice related to the authorization and implementation of special investigative measures in the country, with a focus on ensuring alignment with human rights protections and European standards. This is a crucial step towards strengthening transparency and accountability in its security and intelligence sector. 16 Apr 2025
Strengthening judicial oversight in North Macedonia
In collaboration with the Academy of Judges and Prosecutors and the Judicial Tight Group, we has started a research analysis on judicial practice related to the authorization and implementation of special investigative measures in the country, with a focus on ensuring alignment with human rights protections and European standards. This is a crucial step towards strengthening transparency and accountability in its security and intelligence sector.
16 Apr 2025
Advancing public-private partnerships in Tunisia’s security sector We recently co-hosted a workshop in Tunis with the National Commission for the Fight against Terrorism to introduce key reference documents on Public-Private Partnerships in the security sector. Bringing together representatives from the Ministry of the Interior, the General Authority for Public-Private Partnerships, the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade, and Handicrafts, and other institutions, the workshop fostered dialogue on the role of Public-Private Partnerships in strengthening security governance and preventing violent extremism. 14 Apr 2025
Advancing public-private partnerships in Tunisia’s security sector
We recently co-hosted a workshop in Tunis with the National Commission for the Fight against Terrorism to introduce key reference documents on Public-Private Partnerships in the security sector. Bringing together representatives from the Ministry of the Interior, the General Authority for Public-Private Partnerships, the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade, and Handicrafts, and other institutions, the workshop fostered dialogue on the role of Public-Private Partnerships in strengthening security governance and preventing violent extremism.
14 Apr 2025
Enhancing community resilience in South Lebanon In a significant step toward strengthening community engagement and stabilization, the Lebanese Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation (LAF CIMIC), with support from the Kingdom of the Netherlands and DCAF, has equipped the Marjeyoun Governmental Hospital with a state-of-the-art craniotome set. This vital contribution will improve the hospital’s capacity to perform complex emergency surgeries, benefiting around 10,000 residents in Marjeyoun and nearby villages. 11 Apr 2025
Enhancing community resilience in South Lebanon
In a significant step toward strengthening community engagement and stabilization, the Lebanese Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation (LAF CIMIC), with support from the Kingdom of the Netherlands and DCAF, has equipped the Marjeyoun Governmental Hospital with a state-of-the-art craniotome set. This vital contribution will improve the hospital’s capacity to perform complex emergency surgeries, benefiting around 10,000 residents in Marjeyoun and nearby villages.
11 Apr 2025
Mobilizing women for climate, peace, and security in Mali We welcomed representatives from the Malian Coalition for Gender, Security, and Climate Change for the official signing of our new partnership under the “Malian Women Mobilised for Climate, Peace, and Security” project. This initiative in Mali supports women’s leadership in addressing climate-related security risks by promoting their participation in governance processes, supporting local adaptation efforts to climate challenges, and strengthening the role of women-led civil society organisations. 07 Apr 2025
Mobilizing women for climate, peace, and security in Mali
We welcomed representatives from the Malian Coalition for Gender, Security, and Climate Change for the official signing of our new partnership under the “Malian Women Mobilised for Climate, Peace, and Security” project. This initiative in Mali supports women’s leadership in addressing climate-related security risks by promoting their participation in governance processes, supporting local adaptation efforts to climate challenges, and strengthening the role of women-led civil society organisations.
07 Apr 2025
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Multimedia Mini-documentaries series: Intelligence and Security Sector Reforms in North Macedonia 16 Apr 2025
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Mini-documentaries series: Intelligence and Security Sector Reforms in North Macedonia
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Publications Review of SSR language in the mandates of UN peace operations 04 Apr 2025
Publications Artificial intelligence and the defence sector 26 Mar 2025
Event Geopolitical challenges for peace and security in Africa 25 Mar 2025
article Changing the perception of gender-based violence 25 Mar 2025
Event Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025 25 Mar 2025
Publications Asia-Pacific SSG Forums 2024 - Summary report 12 Mar 2025
Publications Corruption control and integrity-building in law enforcement 06 Mar 2025
article The double-edged sword of artificial intelligence in security sector governance 17 Feb 2025
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