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European Crime Prevention Conference 2024

The European Crime Prevention Conference is a biennial conference organised by the Secretariat of the EUCPN and funded by the European Commission. The Conference offers a forum to share knowledge and experiences regarding crime prevention across the European Union. It welcomes policymakers, practitioners and academics, but maintains a consistent focus on the frontline. Discover the programme
EUCPN webinars

In the upcoming months, we are hosting a series of insightful webinars. Dive into topics such as the administrative approach, work-related crime and mythbusters.
Maritime theft

This paper explores the general context of the issue and examines the effectiveness and implementation possibilities of potential prevention initiatives. Read the recommendation paper
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No matter the subject, the EUCPN is your first point of contact regarding crime prevention.

EUCPN toolbox series

A toolbox is a prevention-oriented manual in which we examine the difficulties and attempts for preventing various types of crime
Many crimes are preventable but what exactly is crime prevention?

The paper explains the different aspects of the definition
EUCPN mythbuster series

These short papers focus on a common misconception in the crime prevention field

Mythbuster - Getting smart on crime with a holistic approach
Crime is simply too complex for a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we should combine both prevention and repression in a holistic approach that balances both.
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Mythbuster - Awareness-raising never hurts, does it?
There is little evidence that awareness in and of itself is able to prompt behavioural change, and consequently, that it can contribute much to crime prevention.
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Mythbuster - The fight against serious and organised crime: international cooperation or local approaches?
Local preventionists and police officers, too, have important roles to play in the prevention of, and fight against, organised crime.
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