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Communicating in a Crisis: Regional Responses to Chemical and Biological Incidents


From 4 to 6 November 2025, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), in partnership with the United States Department of State and the Government of the Republic of Korea, and with the involvement of the European Union (EU) Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Centres of Excellence (CoE), organized a regional Tabletop Exercise (TTX) titled “Communicating in a Crisis: Regional Responses to Chemical and Biological Incidents.” The event was co-hosted by the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand.

Zombies versus Humans: Young Minds Take on Disinformation at UNICRI in Turin (Italy)

 

On 31 October 2025, the Headquarters of the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) at the United Nations Campus in Turin (Italy) hosted the second session of the exercise “Spot the Fake: a table-top simulation against disinformation”.

The event brought together a group of students from the Liceo Scientifico Statale “Galileo Ferraris”, accompanied by Principal Antonietta Mastronique and Professors Anna Bersano, Gavino Redento Olmeo, and Selma Pennacchietti.

CONTACT – Curriculum Review Workshop for Instructors of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan National Training Institutions

 

4–6 November 2025, Turin, Italy. Within the framework of CONTACT, UNICRI’s capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening national and regional capacities to prevent and counter radiological and nuclear (RN) trafficking, the Institute conducted a regional curriculum review workshop for instructors from Kazakhstan’s and Uzbekistan’s national security and law enforcement training institutions. The event took place from 4 to 6 November 2025 at the UN Campus in Turin, Italy.

Azerbaijan Leads Strategic Planning for CBRN Risk Mitigation with Expert Input

 

For over 15 years, the European Union’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) Initiative has stood as a cornerstone of international cooperation and preparedness. With 63 partner countries working together, this flagship programme has not only fostered collaboration but also delivered tangible results in strengthening national and regional capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to CBRN threats.
 

Strengthening Regional Cooperation to Address Mineral-related Crimes in the Andean Region

 

The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Andean countries in strengthening cooperation, investigative capacity, and law enforcement efforts to address illegal mining and related crimes.

Workshop on Strategic Development for the Use of Digital Rehabilitation in Prisons

 

A two-day Workshop on Strategic Development for the Use of Digital Rehabilitation in Prisons was co-organised by the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI ) and the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ). The event brought together officials from the Thailand Department of Corrections, practitioners, and international experts to explore how digital tools — such as virtual reality and e-learning — can enhance rehabilitation, education, and reintegration opportunities for prisoners.