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West Africa faces multiple forms of insecurity, both within its borders and at the regional level. While the stability of the region, human security and economic development are at risk, the influe...

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The micro-qualification programme on Security Sector Governance and Oversight at “Goce Delcev” University (UGD) in Shtip - North Macedonia, evolved from years of DCAF-led training for CSOs and medi...

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Lessons from Champions #4: What starts as an idea around a table can reshape institutions across the world. That's what 8 years of evidence proves and it's what Deputy Director Krista House knows ...

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The vision is clear: a world where women's participation in security sector is not a programme, not a budget line, not a separate initiative. Just the way things are. Changing mindsets takes time....

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Lessons from Champions #3: Gender strategies are the first step for change. That's what 8 years of evidence demonstrates , and it's what Captain Na Fataou Cissé knows firsthand. In Senegal, when ...

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Lessons from Champions #2: When security institutions address the barriers female officers face, the institutions become better working environments for everyone. That's what 8 years of evidence p...

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Lessons from Champions #1: A security institution that reflects its community is a more effective one. That’s what 8 years of evidence shows, and what Brigadier General Elona Njikela knows firstha...

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This is what eight years of evidence looks like: real moments where women shape decisions, build trust, and strengthen security from within. For 8 years, the Elsie Initiative has been building thi...

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Some things you believe, this one we proved. When women participate meaningfully institutions perform better, communities trust more, and peace lasts longer. 8 years. Global work. 22 Measuring O...

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This video will guide you step by step through the process of accessing, completing, saving, and submitting the online surveys for the UN Portal on Women in Justice and Security. Learn more about ...

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This video will guide you step by step through the process of accessing, completing, saving, and submitting the online surveys for the UN Portal on Women in Justice and Security. Learn more about ...

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Throwback to the Balkan Cybersecurity Days 2026, where 140 participants gathered in Shkodër, Albania, to network, share knowledge, and collaborate. Learn more about our work in the region: https:...

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This video will guide you step by step through the process of accessing, completing, saving, and submitting the online surveys for the UN Portal on Women in Justice and Security. Learn more about ...

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From 13-15 April 2026, DCAF convened a regional workshop in Ouagadougou, bringing together gender focal points from police, gendarmerie, army, and civil protection institutions, alongside ministeri...

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The policy bried titled "From assessment tool to strategic lever – Using the MOWIP assessment to strengthen WPS-NAPs" was launched in a webinar organized by DCAF, on 25 February 2026. Women, Peac...

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Meet Paulina and Tatiana, two members of the ‘Integrity Team’ from Moldovan law enforcement agencies!! As part of its work in Moldova, DCAF has built a strong network of integrity trainers in the ...

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To celebrate its 25th anniversary, DCAF held a high-level event with leading experts from organizations worldwide to reflect on the future of security governance. 📽️ This highlight video features..

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This video documents the Gender Talks series filmed in North Macedonia between 2023–2024, organised by DCAF in cooperation with UNI-FORM (Association of Women from the Security Sector). Representa...

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In November 2025, DCAF, in cooperation with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and League of Officers, organised an intensive training on International Humanitarian Law and the rights...

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In November 2025, DCAF, in cooperation with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and League of Officers, organised an intensive training on International Humanitarian Law and the rights...

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