๐ Turning knowledge into action for a safer, more just and more resilient world.
๐บ๐ณ Today at #CCPCJ35, Leif Villadsen, Acting Director of UNICRI, presented the 2025 Report of UNICRIโs Board of Trustees, highlighting how research, innovation and international cooperation are helping Member States address evolving crime and security challenges.
Highlights from the report:
๐น 40+ research studies, analytical reports and practical tools, alongside 150 specialized training activities delivered worldwide
๐น Enhanced capacities to address terrorism, organized crime, cybercrime and the opportunities and risks associated with emerging technologies, including AI through initiatives such as AI for Safer Children, connecting investigators across 128 countries
๐น Strengthened preparedness for CBRN risks through partnerships spanning more than 60 countries
๐น Advanced efforts to prevent violent extremism, strengthen the rule of law and support international criminal justice cooperation
๐ "We extend our sincere thanks to all participating Member States for their engagement, cooperation and continued support, particularly Italy, our Host Country and longstanding partner, for nearly six decades of collaboration in advancing UNICRIโs mandate and helping build more just and secure societies.
๐ From research and capacity-building to technical assistance and innovation, UNICRI continues to transform evidence into practical solutions with measurable impact, supporting security, justice and resilience worldwide."
@DeboraLepre I @ItalyUN_Vienna I @ItalyMFA I @cooperazione_it I @aics_it I @ItalyUN_NY I @UNICRI_Director
At #CCPCJ35, ๐ฎ๐น highlighted the importance of stronger synergies between @UNODC & @UNICRI. Combining research, innovation & training with global reach can deliver greater impact for Member States. 2 Italy-promoted side events this week showcased that added value in practice. ๐๐ค
โณ Starting in just a few hours!
๐ฆ๐น Today in Vienna | #CCPCJ35
๐ VIC, Room M6
๐ 4:30โ5:30 p.m. CET
๐ Join ๐ฎ๐น the Permanent Mission of Italy to the International Organizations in Vienna @ItalyUN_Vienna and ๐บ๐ณ UNICRI for the side-event:
From Local Patterns to Global Insights: Exploring Interregional Crime and Justice Trends
Key highlights
๐น Global crime and justice trends
๐น Cyber-enabled crime, illicit financial flows and organized crime convergence
๐น Regional insights, global implications
๐น Evidence-based approaches for stronger international cooperation
๐งญ Stronger cooperation, evidence-based research and interregional analysis are essential to building more effective responses to shared crime, justice and security challenges.
โก๏ธ More information: https://t.co/quJNfAZUnH
โณ Starting in just a few hours!
๐ฆ๐น Vienna | #CCPCJ35 I 3 June 2026
๐ VIC, Room M7
๐ 4:30โ5:30 p.m. CET
Join ๐ฎ๐น @ItalyUN_Vienna and ๐บ๐ณ UNICRI for a discussion on: Emerging Evidence on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) in Conflict Settings
Key topics
๐น TFGBV in fragile and conflict settings
๐น Gendered disinformation, harassment, surveillance and doxxing
๐น AI-generated manipulated content
๐น Impacts on women leaders, journalists, peacebuilders and human rights defenders
๐น Policy and operational responses
๐ As conflict increasingly extends into digital spaces, addressing TFGBV is essential to protecting rights, safeguarding participation and advancing inclusive peace and security.
โก๏ธ More information: https://t.co/0dL50mJdfU
๐ Putting young people at the centre of change and innovation.
๐ฟInvesting in youth means investing in a safer, more just and more sustainable future.
Throughout this academic year, UNICRI has had the privilege of engaging with young people eager to learn, exchange ideas and contribute to positive change.
๐ Together, we have explored some of the most pressing issues shaping our societies - from crime prevention, justice and human rights to the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies, including AI.
๐กListening to younger generations is just as important as sharing our experience.
๐ Here, a moment from our meeting with the students of the C. Darwin High School of Rivoli ๐ฎ๐น.
๐ Our sincere thanks to the students and teachers for this enriching exchange.
Human rights are for everyone, everywhere.
No one should be treated unfairly because of who they are or whom they love.
Juneโs #PrideMonth is an opportunity to stand up for the equal rights & fair treatment of LGBTIQ+ people everywhere.
๐ท: @free_equal
๐บ๐ณย In Vienna for #CCPCJ35?
๐ Join us for the side-event Emerging Evidence on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) in Conflict Settings: Advancing the Digital Dimension of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda #WPS
๐ As digital technologies reshape conflict and public participation, online violence is increasingly being used to intimidate, silence and exclude women from peace and security processes.
Organized by ๐ฎ๐น the Permanent Mission of Italy to the International Organizations in Vienna @ItalyUN_Vienna and ๐บ๐ณย UNICRI, the event will present findings from new research examining how digital abuse affects women across peace and security sectors, and how online violence undermines their participation, leadership and visibility in public life and peace processes.
Key topics
๐นย Emerging evidence on #TFGBV in fragile and conflict settings
๐น Gendered disinformation, coordinated harassment, surveillance and doxxing
๐น AI-generated manipulated content and its impact on womenโs participation
๐น Policy and operational responses to TFGBV
๐น Advancing the digital dimension of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda
๐ย Vienna International Centre (VIC), Room M7
โ๏ธ 3โฃ June 2026 | ๐ย 4:30โ5:30 p.m. CET
โ ๏ธThe digital sphere has become a new frontline. Ensuring that women can participate safely and meaningfully online is essential to advancing peace, security and democratic governance.
โก๏ธย More information: https://t.co/hAMqKSCqxT
โณ Just a few hours to go!
๐ Higher Education for Peace and Justice ๐๏ธ
๐บ๐ณ Join UNICRI, @UPEACE and the International Nuremberg Principles Academy in Vienna or online for this #CCPCJ35 side event examining how education and international partnerships can equip future generations to prevent atrocity crimes, strengthen the rule of law and address global justice challenges.
๐๏ธ Today | 1โฃ June 2026
๐ Vienna International Centre (VIC), Room M0E79 & Online
โณ 4:30โ5:30 p.m. CET
โ๏ธ The knowledge, skills and values needed to build more peaceful, just and resilient societies must be cultivated today.
โก๏ธhttps://t.co/1zfs64Tp6A
โณ Last days to apply for the Summer School on AI, Ethics and Human Rights!
๐ป As artificial intelligence continues to transform every aspect of our lives, ensuring that innovation advances alongside human dignity, fairness and accountability has become one of the defining challenges of our time.
๐บ๐ณ Organized by UNICRI and @UniLUMSA Human Academy, this specialized programme examines the opportunities, risks and governance challenges arising from the rapid development of AI technologies.
Key topics
๐น AI foundations and recent developments
๐น Human oversight, transparency & accountability
๐น The EU AI Act and human rights frameworks
๐น AI in healthcare, criminal justice & labour
๐น Emerging risks and vulnerabilities
๐ Hybrid: Rome ๐ฎ๐น or online
๐๏ธ 22โ26 June 2026
๐ Application deadline: 8 June 2026
โ ๏ธ Build the knowledge and skills needed to ensure AI serves people, rights and justice.
โก๏ธ https://t.co/7IDpyZCFpV
Last week in Antananarivo, 30 dedicated investigators from Madagascar, Mauritius & 140 online from๐ฐ๐ช๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ฆ๐ช๐ฒ๐ป๐ฌ๐ณ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ง๐ฏ๐ธ๐ณ๐ณ๐ฌ๐ธ๐ฟ๐น๐ฌ๐น๐ฉ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ฌ๐ญ๐น๐ณ took a hands-on #AIforSaferChildren training and heard from 7โฃproviders of free #AI tools๐
For more guidance: https://t.co/0Ca7nh7WxW
@moiuae@UNICRI
๐ก๏ธWhen skilled investigators and innovative technologies work together, children are safer.
๐บ๐ณ UNICRI and the ๐ฆ๐ช @moiuae of the United Arab Emirates, under the @AISaferChildren initiative and in collaboration with ๐บ๐ณ @UNODC Madagascar, delivered a regional training in ๐ฒ๐ฌ Antananarivo, bringing together law enforcement officials and investigators from 17 countries.
Key highlights
๐น More than 1โฃ7โฃ0โฃ investigators participated in person and online
๐น AI tools were showcased to support investigations into child sexual exploitation and abuse
๐น Practical exercises focused on CyberTips, digital evidence processing and investigative workflows
๐น Experts from @INTERPOL_HQ, the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, @GblEmancipation, @thorn, @Catalyst_onX, @MagnetForensics, @WeArePaliscope and @NCMEC shared tools and operational practices
๐Special thanks to all participating investigators and law enforcement agencies from ๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ฒ๐บ ๐ฐ๐ช ๐ฌ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐ณ ๐ฌ๐ฆ ๐ง๐ฏ ๐ธ๐ณ ๐ณ๐ฌ ๐ธ๐ฟ ๐น๐ฌ ๐น๐ฉ ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐น๐ณ ๐ฆ๐ช ๐ฒ๐ป, as well as to our partners, experts, technology providers and interpreters who contributed to the success of this training.
โ๏ธ Every investigation has the potential to identify a victim, protect a child, and prevent further harm. By equipping investigators with practical AI tools and skills, the training aimed to strengthen their ability to respond effectively to child sexual exploitation and abuse while upholding human rights and due process.
โฉ https://t.co/ZzDx8oL3XQ
In a turbulent world, partnership is more critical than ever in achieving #SDGs.
Whether theyโre part of an organization or helping informally, the contributions of volunteers are vital to achieving the #Agenda2030 for Sustainable Development.
https://t.co/kbYuDgYBPk
๐ Higher Education for Peace and Justice๐๏ธ
How do we equip future generations to prevent atrocity crimes, strengthen accountability, and advance international justiceโ
๐บ๐ณ Join UNICRI, the @UPEACE and the International Nuremberg Principles Academy, either in person or online, for the #CCPCJ35 side event:
๐๏ธ 1 June 2026
๐ Vienna International Centre (VIC), Room M0E79 & Online
โณ 4:30โ5:30 p.m. CET
Key topics
๐น Exploring how higher education can contribute to preventing atrocity crimes and advancing international criminal justice
๐น Showcasing partnerships between UN entities, Member States, academic institutions, and international organizations
๐น Examining how innovative educational programmes support #SDG4 and #SDG16
๐น Discussing how education and capacity development can equip future generations with the tools and competencies needed to address global justice challenges.
โ๏ธThe knowledge, skills, and values needed to build more peaceful, just, and resilient societies must be cultivated today. Investing in education is investing in the future of peace, justice, and accountability.
โก๏ธ https://t.co/1zfs64Tp6A