Leif Villadsen

Acting USG of @UN_OCT Zouev thanks all the entities who actively participated in the 12th #CounterTerrorism Compact Committee meeting incl. @UNOAC @UN_CTED @UNOSAPG @unhumanrights @UNPeacekeeping @unodc @UN_Women @unicri #INTERPOL @UNESCO #UN80 with #UNPDF #China #Qatar support

In a message to the #CTCompact Coordination Committee, @UN SG @antonioguterres stressed that "Terrorism stands against everything the UN stands for. Coordinated, networked & multi-partner approaches are essential to meet the scale and nature of today’s terrorist threats” #UN80

At the Expert Group Meeting on addressing tech-facilitated sexual & gender-based violence (#SGBV) linked to terrorism, convened in Geneva by @UN_CTED and @UNICRI, experts discussed ways to strengthen responses to this fast evolving threat. un.org/securitycounci…

The #EUCBRNCoE Initiative supported the 1st national workshop dedicated to the development of Ukraine’s CBRN National Action Plan (NAP) – a strategic framework that enhances prevention, preparedness & response capacities against evolving CBRN risks. The workshop was funded by the EU. Appreciation to the 🇺🇦 authorities & participating institutions for their commitment & continued cooperation in advancing CBRN risk mitigation efforts. This is #EUForeignPolicy in action! bit.ly/48YXa7N

🇺🇦 🇪🇺🇺🇳 Towards a CBRN Risk Mitigation National Action Plan for Ukraine ⚙️The #EUCBRNCoE Initiative supported the first national workshop dedicated to the development of Ukraine’s CBRN National Action Plan (NAP) – a strategic framework aimed at enhancing prevention, preparedness, and response capacities against evolving CBRN risks. The workshop was funded by the European Union. Key highlights 🔹 Discussions focused on legislative gaps, inter-agency coordination, and national preparedness 🔹 The workshop contributed to defining strategic priorities and next steps for Ukraine’s CBRN NAP 🌐 For more than 16 years, the EU-funded CBRN CoE Initiative has supported partner countries in strengthening resilience and enhancing capacities to address evolving CBRN risks through cooperation, technical expertise, regional engagement, and sustained partnerships – advancing collective efforts towards stronger resilience and enhanced security. 🙏 Appreciation to the Ukrainian authorities and participating institutions for their strong commitment and continued cooperation in advancing CBRN risk mitigation efforts. ➡️ bit.ly/4uKFWDC

📢Yesterday, the #AIforSaferChildren Technology Providers united for our annual meeting 2026 - your participation in the initiative is active and highly valued, thank you for your support in bringing AI to facilitate investigations! @UNICRI @moiuae

🧭 Progress Without Compass – Rethinking Crime, Justice and Rights in an Algorithmic World 📘 New edition of Freedom From Fear (#F3) Magazine released! ❓ What happens when technological progress advances faster than our ability to govern it? From AI-enabled cybercrime and deepfakes to hybrid threats, online radicalization, and digital resilience, the publication explores how emerging technologies are reshaping crime, security, justice, and rights. Key topics: 🔹 Cybercrime & cyberpsychology 🔹 Cybersecurity & international law 🔹 Online fraud & deepfakes 🔹 Hybrid threats & radicalization 🔹 Safety Tech & resilience 🔹 Public – private partnerships 🔹 Youth engagement & digital literacy 💡 Bringing together international experts, academics, practitioners and young authors, the publication reflects on how technological progress can be guided towards justice, security, human dignity, and peace. ⚠️ The greatest risk may not be technological acceleration itself, but moving forward without a shared sense of direction. ➡️ bit.ly/4u1wifO

South Africa, Zambia, Montenegro, & North Macedonia are the newest members of the #AIforSaferChildren Global Hub - welcome!🇿🇦🇿🇲🇲🇪🇲🇰 If you are an investigator, join our @UNICRI and @moiuae initiative to learn how to use #AI to safeguard children globally: aiforsaferchildren.org

As part of its continued support for international training and capacity-building efforts, the UAE 🇦🇪, represented by @moiuae, hosted an additional session of the Crime, Justice, and Security Training Programme, in collaboration with @UNICRI and @UNODC. The UAE has hosted six of the 20 planned sessions, reflecting its commitment to strengthening global partnerships, supporting @UNPeacekeeping, and equipping police advisors and diplomatic personnel with the knowledge and tools needed to address today’s evolving security challenges.

🆕 New publication | Minerals Crime in the Andean–Amazon Region: Regional Cooperation as a Governance Response ❓What happens when illegal mining, organized crime and illicit financial flows converge across borders? A new report examines how illegal mining and broader minerals crime are increasingly linked to organized crime, corruption, environmental harm and governance vulnerabilities across the Andean–Amazon region. Based on field evidence and expert discussions gathered through the High-Level Strategic Meeting convened by the Secretaría General de la @ComunidadAndina, the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs @CancilleriaPeru, @UNODC and UNICRI. The publication highlights the importance of: 🔹 Financial intelligence integration & AML/CFT approaches 🔹 Traceability and transparency systems 🔹 Cross-border operational coordination 🔹 Beneficial ownership transparency 🔹 Governance safeguards for critical minerals supply chainn 🌎 A key finding of the report is that criminal networks increasingly operate as regional systems, highlighting the need for more coordinated and cross-border governance responses. ➡️ bit.ly/3P7ov0V

🆕 NEW publication | Dangerous Liaisons: Assessing the nexus between terrorism and criminal activities in Africa ❓ How do violent extremist groups exploit illicit economies and local vulnerabilities in parts of Africa? 🌍 A new report examines the evolving links between terrorism and criminal activities, with a focus on West Africa and based on field research conducted in Benin 🇧🇯, Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮 and Nigeria 🇳🇬. 🔹 Explores how violent extremist groups interact with criminal economies and informal markets 🔹 Examines how socio-economic vulnerabilities, weak governance and local grievances can be exploited to consolidate influence 🔹 Highlights the risks posed by fragile border regions and informal economic systems 🔹 Calls for prevention-oriented and context-sensitive responses addressing structural vulnerabilities We are grateful to the 🇮🇹 Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation @ItalyMFA for supporting the project. 📘 Read the report: bit.ly/4whmeAN

🕯️On 8 May, the UN pays tribute to the millions who lost their lives during the Second World War. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to peace, human dignity, and preventing future conflict. #RemembranceDay #FlashbackFriday🕊️

From live simulations to policy design, young gamers from #Indonesia #Malaysia & #Philippines are stepping up as leaders for safer online communities Next: taking these solutions back to their communities & into national dialogue #YouthEngagement #PCVE #UNiteToCounterTerrorism

When communities are informed, resilient, and engaged, they become key partners in preventing crime and violent extremism. 🌍🤝 This project is building stronger, safer, and more inclusive communities driven by local action and resilience. ✨ #CommunityResilience @UNICRI

🎮@UN_OCT works w/ online gaming community moderators & guild chiefs from 🇮🇩🇲🇾🇵🇭 - to help build safer online spaces. Now delivering a training to strengthen moderation skills & support #Youth-led #PCVE action in the region w/ @UNICRI 🙏#Australia #GamingForGood #DigitalSafety

☣️🧪 As CBRN forensic requirements grow in complexity, strengthening evidentiary standards and investigative capacities is key to effective responses. 📍 At @OPCW, a specialised training workshop brought together inspectors, legal experts and laboratory personnel to enhance forensic awareness and operational readiness. Key highlights 🔹 Strengthened forensic awareness across functions 🔹 Enhanced crime scene management and evidence handling 🔹 Improved interagency coordination 🔹 Practical, scenario-based learning 🔹 Modular tools for sustainable capacity-building 🧭 Strengthening preparedness for complex chemical weapons investigations and reinforcing evidentiary standards. 🇪🇺 🇺🇳 EU-funded under the EU CBRN CoE Initiative #EUCBRNCoE, in partnership with UNICRI, which designed and delivered the training. 🌐 Where shared expertise meets cooperation, stronger responses to evolving CBRN threats take shape. ➡️ bit.ly/3QQcJZm @EU_FPI @EU_Commission

Nihal Saad, Director of UNAOC, delivered a presentation on #HateSpeech, Hate Crimes & Incitement to Violence focusing on antisemitism & Islamophobia—part of the @UNICRI-@UNODC training series for police advisors & diplomatic staff of 🇺🇳 Member States, hosted by @UAEMissionToUN.

Addressing #hatespeech requires a multi-sectoral approach, which includes police advisers & diplomatic personnel. Our office was at @UNICRI @UNODC Crime, Justice and Security Training Programme to deliver dedicated module on hate speech & incitement to violence w @UNAOC @UN_OCT.

𝟐ᵉ 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫 | 𝐀𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 #REAGIR 🇳🇪 Bilan des acquis, leçons apprises et perspectives : ✔️ Gouvernance & redevabilité renforées ✔️ Résilience alimentaire accrue ✔️ Femmes & jeunes plus autonomes ✔️ Engagement climatique consolidé @dueniger

⚖️ 🇦🇪 Strengthening CBRN judicial capacities through practical training in the United Arab Emirates ☣️ As CBRN threats evolve in complexity, strengthening judicial and investigative capacities is essential to ensure effective prosecution and adjudication of CBRN-related crimes. 📍 Abu Dhabi hosted a CBRN Mock Trial exercise under the framework of the 🇪🇺 EU CBRN Centres of Excellence Initiative, bringing together legal and technical professionals to enhance national and regional response capabilities. Key highlights 🔹 Scenario-based training strengthens investigation, prosecution and adjudication of CBRN crimes 🔹 Strong national leadership fosters regional cooperation and knowledge exchange 🔹 Enhanced interagency coordination among judicial, law enforcement and technical experts 🔹 Practical application of national legal frameworks to realistic case scenarios 🔹 Launch of a Train-the-Trainer programme to support long-term capacity-building 🧭 The exercise marked the completion of a comprehensive training cycle, with 45 practitioners certified and prepared to address CBRN-related incidents. 🇦🇪🇪🇺🇺🇳 Co-funded by the European Union (EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments) and the UAE Attorney General’s Office, and implemented under the EU-funded CBRN Centres of Excellence (#EUCBRNCoE) Initiative with the support of UNICRI, this activity reflects the importance of partnership in strengthening security and advancing justice. 🌐 Building coordinated and effective responses to evolving CBRN threats. ➡️ bit.ly/48w0t6a @MOJ_UAE @EU_FPI @EU_Commission @EUintheUAE @GCCSG @UAEMissionToUN @UN_UAE