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DCAF is participating in the 2026 Munich Security Conference As one of the world’s leading forums on international security policy, the Munich Security Conference unites experts and decision-makers to discuss today's most critical security issues, including the future of European security. We are pleased to participate in these important discussions through three high-level roundtables: one on the situation in Syria, one on women in defense and the WPS agenda, and one on human security. Stay tuned on our social media to see the highlights from these events. 13 Feb 2026

  • DCAF is participating in the 2026 Munich Security Conference

    As one of the world’s leading forums on international security policy, the Munich Security Conference unites experts and decision-makers to discuss today's most critical security issues, including the future of European security. We are pleased to participate in these important discussions through three high-level roundtables: one on the situation in Syria, one on women in defense and the WPS agenda, and one on human security. Stay tuned on our social media to see the highlights from these events.

    13 Feb 2026

Study visit of a high-level Armenian delegation at DCAF DCAF hosted a high-level Armenian delegation at the Maison de la Paix in Geneva for an in-depth study visit on security sector governance. Held under the Chatham House Rule, the programme provided a neutral and confidential setting for government and parliamentary decision-makers to engage, build shared understanding, and align on priorities for Armenia’s reform journey. The study visit served as a comprehensive knowledge-transfer platform, bridging Armenian strategic priorities with international good practices.  09 Feb 2026

  • Study visit of a high-level Armenian delegation at DCAF

    DCAF hosted a high-level Armenian delegation at the Maison de la Paix in Geneva for an in-depth study visit on security sector governance. Held under the Chatham House Rule, the programme provided a neutral and confidential setting for government and parliamentary decision-makers to engage, build shared understanding, and align on priorities for Armenia’s reform journey. The study visit served as a comprehensive knowledge-transfer platform, bridging Armenian strategic priorities with international good practices. 

    09 Feb 2026

DCAF's new podcast Shaping Security is now available! What role does the media play in covering issues related to the security sector? And why does responsible coverage matter more than ever in today’s information landscape? In our first episode, Jackie Dalton, Head of Editorial Content at Fondation Hirondelle, discusses what it means to be a journalist covering the security sector and the variety of challenges they face on the ground. Listen to the first episode now and let us know your thoughts. 06 Feb 2026

  • DCAF's new podcast Shaping Security is now available!

    What role does the media play in covering issues related to the security sector? And why does responsible coverage matter more than ever in today’s information landscape?

    In our first episode, Jackie Dalton, Head of Editorial Content at Fondation Hirondelle, discusses what it means to be a journalist covering the security sector and the variety of challenges they face on the ground. Listen to the first episode now and let us know your thoughts.

    06 Feb 2026

North Macedonia’s NATO journey documentary What does it mean to join NATO — and how does it change a country’s security future? Our latest video documentary takes a closer look at North Macedonia’s NATO journey, highlighting the challenges the country faced prior to accession, the security and defence reforms it undertook, and how NATO membership has reshaped the national security landscape. Take a look! 05 Feb 2026

  • North Macedonia’s NATO journey documentary

    What does it mean to join NATO — and how does it change a country’s security future?
    Our latest video documentary takes a closer look at North Macedonia’s NATO journey, highlighting the challenges the country faced prior to accession, the security and defence reforms it undertook, and how NATO membership has reshaped the national security landscape. Take a look!

    05 Feb 2026

DCAF's guide on trauma in the security sector has been launched Security institutions are routinely exposed to violence, human suffering, and high-pressure environments. When the impacts of trauma are not addressed, they can affect personnel well-being, institutional performance, and trust with the communities security institutions serve. DCAF’s new Guide on assessing and addressing trauma in the security sector provides practical, non-clinical guidance for leaders and oversight actors to better understand, assess, and respond to trauma as an organizational and governance challenge. 04 Feb 2026

  • DCAF's guide on trauma in the security sector has been launched

    Security institutions are routinely exposed to violence, human suffering, and high-pressure environments. When the impacts of trauma are not addressed, they can affect personnel well-being, institutional performance, and trust with the communities security institutions serve. DCAF’s new Guide on assessing and addressing trauma in the security sector provides practical, non-clinical guidance for leaders and oversight actors to better understand, assess, and respond to trauma as an organizational and governance challenge.

    04 Feb 2026

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Why is media coverage of the security sector crucial?

In this episode, we speak to Jacqueline Dalton, Head of editorial content at Fondation Hirondelle. For over 30 years, this non-profit organisation has been building and supporting local media and journalists in fragile contexts to ensure that people facing crises have access to reliable, local, independent information.

Shaping Security: The podcast that puts security governance at the heart of the conversation, offering you a clear and accessible way to understand today’s security challenges and what is truly at stake.

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