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Developing strategic SSG/R skills with the African Union We were recently in Addis, for a joint workshop with the African Union Commission, on strengthening the Union’s strategic security sector governance and reform capacity. With lessons learned from The Gambia and Lesotho, this meeting allowed us to take stock of the work done so far and discuss concrete recommendations. Local ownership is a key value for us, so at DCAF we are continuously working with our partners to develop strategic security sector reform skills and frameworks that allow us to enshrine this. 12 Mar 2025
Developing strategic SSG/R skills with the African Union
We were recently in Addis, for a joint workshop with the African Union Commission, on strengthening the Union’s strategic security sector governance and reform capacity. With lessons learned from The Gambia and Lesotho, this meeting allowed us to take stock of the work done so far and discuss concrete recommendations. Local ownership is a key value for us, so at DCAF we are continuously working with our partners to develop strategic security sector reform skills and frameworks that allow us to enshrine this.
12 Mar 2025
Assessing justice programmes in Bangladesh We were recently in Dhaka with a team of international experts to assess a programme funded by the European Commission on access to justice. During our week there, we spoke to a range of stakeholders including civil society representatives, lawyers and judges, and community members to gather their perspectives on justice institutions. We also met with the Senior Secretary of Muhammad Yunus’ Chief Advisor’s Office and the Special Officer of the Chief Justice of Bangladesh, which provided valuable insights into the current reform initiatives. 11 Mar 2025
Assessing justice programmes in Bangladesh
We were recently in Dhaka with a team of international experts to assess a programme funded by the European Commission on access to justice. During our week there, we spoke to a range of stakeholders including civil society representatives, lawyers and judges, and community members to gather their perspectives on justice institutions. We also met with the Senior Secretary of Muhammad Yunus’ Chief Advisor’s Office and the Special Officer of the Chief Justice of Bangladesh, which provided valuable insights into the current reform initiatives.
11 Mar 2025
Advancing gender equality in organizations Together with the International Gender Champions Secretariat, we recently held a joint event on how to advance gender equality in an organization. The event focused on breaking institutional barriers and strengthening gender, diversity and inclusion through concrete action, bringing together senior leaders, technical experts, and members of the broader International Gender Champions network. It was an insightful and solution-driven exchange that explored best practices and strategies to turn gender commitments into action. 10 Mar 2025
Advancing gender equality in organizations
Together with the International Gender Champions Secretariat, we recently held a joint event on how to advance gender equality in an organization. The event focused on breaking institutional barriers and strengthening gender, diversity and inclusion through concrete action, bringing together senior leaders, technical experts, and members of the broader International Gender Champions network. It was an insightful and solution-driven exchange that explored best practices and strategies to turn gender commitments into action.
10 Mar 2025
Welcoming representatives from Ukraine Last month, we held a working visit for representatives from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, General Staff, and the National Defence University in Geneva. Together, we discussed a variety of topics from strategic communication and cooperation with civil society during wartime, to the implementation of international humanitarian law and gender in the armed forces. It was a great opportunity to leverage DCAF expertise and that of other Ukrainian and international experts for a fruitful exchange. 07 Mar 2025
Welcoming representatives from Ukraine
Last month, we held a working visit for representatives from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, General Staff, and the National Defence University in Geneva. Together, we discussed a variety of topics from strategic communication and cooperation with civil society during wartime, to the implementation of international humanitarian law and gender in the armed forces. It was a great opportunity to leverage DCAF expertise and that of other Ukrainian and international experts for a fruitful exchange.
07 Mar 2025
Strengthening good governance in Moldova We have been continuing our work in Moldova, and we held a week of trainings and consultations on strengthening good governance in the security sector. Our trainings covered human rights in the armed forces and conflict analysis, and our consultations explored the implementation of the NATO Building Integrity recommendations. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with partners in Moldova to promote integrity, accountability, and human rights in the security sector. 06 Mar 2025
Strengthening good governance in Moldova
We have been continuing our work in Moldova, and we held a week of trainings and consultations on strengthening good governance in the security sector. Our trainings covered human rights in the armed forces and conflict analysis, and our consultations explored the implementation of the NATO Building Integrity recommendations. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with partners in Moldova to promote integrity, accountability, and human rights in the security sector.
06 Mar 2025
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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
Event Making gender equality a reality within your organization 11 Feb 2025
Publications Security and justice providers post-war in Gaza: Institutional shifts and emerging actors 10 Feb 2025
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Security and justice providers post-war in Gaza: Institutional shifts and emerging actors
10 Feb 2025
Publications Addressing trauma as a missing element in security sector governance and reform 31 Jan 2025
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Addressing trauma as a missing element in security sector governance and reform
31 Jan 2025
Publications Quick reference guide: Entry points for addressing trauma in police reform programmes 31 Jan 2025
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Quick reference guide: Entry points for addressing trauma in police reform programmes
31 Jan 2025
article What have we learned in the last 5 years? 22 Jan 2025
Publications Violence and hooliganism in sports stadiums in Morocco: A comprehensive approach 10 Jan 2025
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Violence and hooliganism in sports stadiums in Morocco: A comprehensive approach
10 Jan 2025
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