UNICRI Public Information

UNICRI actions answer the need to improve knowledge on crime prevention and justice related issues. Policy and actions should be based on reality and concrete facts. Since its establishment, the Institute has provided governments and the international community at large with new knowledge and tools to interpret complex and evolving phenomena. Information sharing and communication are therefore fundamental as they influence political decision-making and public opinion and establish most of the priorities and agenda of the international community. As well, knowledge is the most important tool to promote the rule of law and a culture of human rights and to create awareness of the problems that we address.

Information sharing and communication are integral components of UNICRI activities. While addressing problems with practical interventions, we create knowledge and awareness of issues as well as a momentum from which we can act. UNICRI’s communications strategy is meant to be a dialogue, as everybody can contribute and must also be aware that terrorism is not only a simple matter of security but also the outcome of frustrations and loss of points of reference, that crime can be generated by poverty, and that justice, respect for human rights and development are the solutions to the problems.

UNICRI contributes to information sharing and awareness by:

• Creating forums of discussion;
• Producing new publications and audiovisual material;
• Promoting events as a way to improve dialogue, share information and develop cooperation platforms;
• Sharing updated information on its web-site;
• Developing awareness campaigns.

The Project

The Programme, funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was carried out from September 2002 to April 2004. Designed as a pilot project, the Programme intended to contribute to the formulation and implementation of effective policies in the field of criminal justice and social prevention to curb trafficking practice.

The Programme had four components:

• Assessment and Research: two desk reviews and two researches on trafficking and existing counter-trafficking responses in Nigeria and Italy;
• Technical Cooperation and Institutional Capacity Building: two Task Forces that formulated guidelines to improve bilateral co-operation and established mechanisms for information sharing. Within this component two specific trainings for Nigerian Law Enforcement officials have been carried out;
• Prevention: three awareness raising campaigns carried out in Edo State, Nigeria and a video spot broadcasted in Italy;
• Victims' Assistance: pilot micro-credit activities in Edo State, Nigeria, and "street units" on Turin's territory, Italy.

Introduction

Article 3 (c) The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt   of a child for the purpose of exploitation   shall be considered "trafficking in persons" [...]   Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons supplementing the UN Convention against TOC

The goal of the "Action Programme against Trafficking in Minors for Sexual Purposes", implemented in close cooperation with ECPAT International, was to contribute towards reducing trafficking in minors for sexual exploitation and the serious violations of children's fundamental rights linked with this phenomenon through:

• Analyzing and monitoring the evolution of trafficking in children for sexual purposes;
• Disseminating the information acquired through the development of this website and relevant databases;
• Expanding and strengthening international and regional cooperation through information sharing;
• Implementing models of technical cooperation activities in 3 pilot countries (Costa Rica, Thailand and Ukraine).

The project lasted 20 months, from January 2005 till August 2006.

This section of the website has been updated
on January 30, 2007

Introduction

UNICRI has developed and is periodically updating the International Repository of Institutions against Sexual Exploitation of Minors (IRISEM), a database containing the most relevant institutions / organizations committed to contrast, reduce and prevent trafficking and sexual exploitation of minors around the world.

You will find:

• Name and acronym
• Category, explaining the status of the institution / organization (NGO, NGO Coalition, Intergovernmental Organization, Research Centre, Program, Forum, Association, Network, Website)
• Website and website languages
• Postal Address and contacts details - phone, fax number and e-mail of the Headquarters. "Other contacts" indicates contact details of other relevant offices (e.g. regional offices or affiliated institutions / organizations)
• HQ (Headquarters)
  RO (Regional Offices)
  FO (Field Offices)
• Description, giving details about the institution / organization's name, origins, affiliation, objectives / mission and field of activities

PLEASE NOTE: All of the information was provided through direct contacts and/or websites of the institutions / organizations (the description in quotation refers to what is written in the website of the institution / organization). UNICRI does not consider IRISEM exhaustive and complete, but an open and "ongoing" source of information. Thus, institutions / organizations responding to the criteria indicated above and not included in the repository are welcome. If you wish, you can submit all the relevant information to the following e-mail address:

informationunicri.org

UNICRI does not take responsibility on the content's reliability of the institutions / organizations' websites. Hyperlinks to and from our site do not represent an endorsement of the content of these sites. Any change and updating brought to our attention will be inserted.

The second edition of the specialized training on global threats to justice, peace and security which UNICRI launched in 2017, will take place from 16 October to 15 December 2017. The training combines the various areas of expertise developed by the Institute over the almost 50 years of its operation in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice.

This intensive course examines the evolution of crime and security threats and the international instruments and legal frameworks to prevent and counter old and new phenomena affecting countries all around the world.

Participants will acquire in-depth knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects related to the international instruments for the prevention and punishment of transnational crimes and human rights violations.

In line with UNICRI's current areas of work, the course focuses on emerging trends and security issues deriving from globalization. In particular, the course addresses threats associated with technological advances and related complex issues that require a high level of specialization and a multidisciplinary approach combining different perspectives and sectors.

UNICRI plays a leading role in specific and important niche areas and supports the work of other international organizations through its specialized and advanced services.

Lecturers are renowned experts in crime prevention and justice related issues, members of the academia and policy makers, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other justice personnel from national, regional and international organizations at the forefront of the fight against threats to justice, peace, development and stability.

The specialized training promotes transfer of good practices and enhances networking with leading academic institutions, national, regional and international organizations, and research centres.

With this new specialized training programme, UNICRI aims to build the capabilities of post graduate students and professionals in different areas. The Institute intends to develop expert competencies and leadership in the field of justice, crime prevention, human rights protection and development.

The training will empower a new generation of professionals able to address critical issues through substantive knowledge and innovative thinking. It will contribute to strengthening the rule of law and promote change through the development of human capital.

Capacity-building and specialized training are UNICRI's core business and cut across its programme of work on various thematic areas with the aim of creating and testing new and holistic approaches to prevent crime and promote justice, human rights protection and development.

Programme

The following topics will be addressed during the course:

• Transnational organized crime (16 - 20 October 2017)
• Corruption, money-laundering and asset recovery (23 - 27 October 2017)
• Trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants (30 October - 3 November 2017)
• Environmental crimes (6 - 10 November 2017)
• Counter-terrorism (13-17 November 2017)
• CBRN Threats including Weapons of Mass Destruction (20 - 24 November 2017)
• Cybercrime, cybersecurity and cyberterrorism (27 November - 1 December 2017)
• Emerging technologies and security (4 - 8 December 2017)
• Study visits and preparation of an article to be published on UNICRI's Magazine (11 - 16 December 2017)

Classes: 8 hrs per day with an additional 1hr lunch break. Participants must attend all lessons and practical sessions during the training programme to qualify for the Certificate of Participation from UNICRI.

Entry requirements and application

The course is designed for university graduates in Law, Criminology, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Social Science, Public Policy and other relevant disciplines. It is also suited to professionals working in governmental institutions, local authorities, international and non-governmental organizations, and wishing to specialize in the topics addressed by the course.

Candidates must have a very good working knowledge of English.

Deadline for application to each module is 10 days before the course takes place.

Deadline for application to the entire nine-week specialized training is 27 August 2017. Late applications may be considered at the discretion of UNICRI.

Venue

United Nations Campus in Turin (Italy), Viale Maestri del Lavoro 10. Due to limited space, classes may be held in a variety of buildings in Turin.

Certificate of participation

Upon completion of the course, participants will receive UNICRI certificate of participation to the specialized training. Those attending one or more modules will receive the certificates related to the specific topics addressed.

Contacts

For additional information:

Email: tae@unicri.org (please indicate the title of the course in the subject of the email) Tel: (+39) 011 6537157.