At the 4th INTERPOL-UNICRI Global Meeting on Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Law Enforcement, the law enforcement community reaffirmed its commitment to responsible AI innovation.
The global event concluded on a high note of this commitment following three days of intensive discussions and collaborative workshops on progress made in the area of responsible AI since the last meeting in 2020.
On 14 February, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), in partnership with the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), convened a virtual expert group meeting. The goal was to explore the intricate relationships between Private Military Companies (PMCs), criminality and terrorism, and their far-reaching effects on international peace and security.
International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism is marked annually on 12 February. Find out more about efforts by UNICRI to prevent and counter violent extremism and radicalization, while working closely with youth.
Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism and Radicalization
Terrorism is a global threat, impacting communities around the world.
After nearly 4 years as the Director of UNICRI, the time has come for me to leave this gem of an Institute in the UN System. The period from 2020 until now has been one of the most unique in my professional career – starting in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and ending as the world faces multifaceted crises and conflicts on a scale never before seen.
The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), with the financial support of the United States Department of State, is pleased to announce the launch of a new e-journal exclusively dedicated to advancing the objectives of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 (2004) (UNSCR 1540).
In the realm of the European Union (EU) Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) Initiative, North Macedonia emerges as a dynamic force, actively engaging in the multifaceted landscape of CBRN safety and security. As one of the initiative's active members, North Macedonia has strategically positioned itself as a key contributor to the collective efforts in the South East and Eastern Europe (SEEE) region.
One of the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institutes’s strategic priorities is countering criminal enterprises, illicit financial flows, and corrupt practices.
Antonia De Meo, the Director of UNICRI, explains the impact of corruption and how the Institute helps Member States to combat it.
Endemic criminal activities undermine public trust in the rule of law, weaken institutional resilience, and corrupt justice systems.
Georgia has emerged as a trailblazer in the European Union (EU) Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) Initiative, showcasing exceptional dedication and long-term commitment. Since the inception of the initiative, the country has played a leading role, setting an example and establishing high standards for the other 63 partner countries involved.
