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Efus' Executive Director, Elizabeth Johnston, took part in discussions at the European Committee of the Regions on the new ProtectEU strategy.

👉 We look forward to continuing to be actively involved in these strategic discussions, carrying the voice of local authorities.
October 2, 2025 at 1:18 PM
🚨 Upcoming Webinar 🚨

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In partnership with @peaceinourcities.org

📅 Date: 16 October 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM (Paris)
🔗 Register here: forms.gle/R1LFrrgDCABZ...
September 23, 2025 at 8:46 AM
🚔 How is local police perceived in your country?

In Riga, 60% of officers feel undervalued. Is this true across Europe?

🎙️ Hear voices from France, Portugal, Belgium & more in our latest episode on trust, policing & community.

🔗Listen now👉 smartlink.ausha.co/efus-podcast...
July 31, 2025 at 10:50 AM
🎙️Nouveau podcast : Sécurité et coulisses du Carnaval de Nice

Dans cet épisode, nous vous embarquons en immersion au cœur de cette organisation exceptionnelle !

➡️Témoignages exclusifs et découverte d’un dispositif de sécurité unique en Europe.

🎧À écouter ici : smartlink.ausha.co/efus-podcast...
July 23, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Efus was recently in Tampere to kick off the #SafeSkills project!

➡️ This 4-year initiative aims to address the critical need for skilled labour in safety and security sectors across European regions.

Regional collaboration is essential in the context of security planning and prevention.
July 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
#PACTESUR2FinalEvent in Gdańsk was a huge success! 100+ participants, +20 cities, and lots of shared wisdom on local police training, cooperation & innovation.

Thanks to the city of Gdańsk and participants for strengthening collaboration between European cities and regions!
June 20, 2025 at 9:10 AM
#PACTESUR2FinalEvent! The last panel of the event on trust-building and EU-POLNET's key role: "Strengthening Police-Population Relations." Big thanks to our speakers for sharing real stories and tactics from the ground. 👮‍♂️🤝
June 18, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Our security chain panel broke down what keeps operations smooth 🚓 at #PACTESUR2FinalEvent.

Experts & civil servants shared highs and lows of behind-the-scenes work regarding the drug issue in Belgium, the Ukrainian migration crisis and the blackout in Portugal.
June 18, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Huge moment at #PACTESUR2FinalEvent! ✒️📜 Consortium members signed the Declaration of Gdańsk on Public-Private Cooperation, which encapsulates the shared commitment of European cities to promote coordinated and inclusive security governance, and reflects the outcomes of the PACTESUR2 project.
June 18, 2025 at 7:25 AM
The panel, “Security Continuum and Public-Private Cooperation”, brought together urban security professionals and local officials to share their experiences in public-private cooperation.

Thanks to all who joined us to open the convo right.👏 #PACTESUR2FinalEvent!
June 17, 2025 at 2:54 PM
#PACTESUR2FinalEvent is happening now 🙌

European cities are meeting to discuss safer, inclusive cities through cooperation, training & innovation.

Big thanks to Willy Demeyer, Mayor of Liege and Efus President, and Aleksandra Dulkiewicz, Mayor of Gdańsk for welcoming the participants!
June 17, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Today, the Efus General Assembly took place in Gdańsk. This was an opportunity to welcome new members, elect our Executive Committee and dive into urban security discussions with Polish cities.

Big thanks to our hosts and participants! 🙏
June 17, 2025 at 11:40 AM
This week, Efus was present at the Torino Local Police Academy for a three-day intensive training focused on innovation, cooperation, and the exchange of best practices among local police forces in the framework of the #PACTESUR2 project.

A sincere thank you to the partners for their involvement! 👏
June 5, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Still time to register! ⏳
Join us in Gdańsk on June 17–18 for:
➡️ The #PACTESUR2 project final event
➡️The Efus General Assembly

Read a special message from Gdańsk Mayor Aleksandra Dulkiewicz! 👇

Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Agenda: efus.eu/wp-content/u...
May 28, 2025 at 1:34 PM
🚨As part of the SPARROW project on crisis management, join us for a participatory online focus group on crisis resilience, gathering public institutions & infrastructure stakeholders.

🗓 11 June | 14:00–16:00 CET
📍 Online
📝 Register by 30 May forms.office.com/pages/respon...
May 21, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Efus was in Poznań for the #KOBAN workshop on community policing.

With LEAs & partners from across Europe, we explored capability gaps, shared innovative solutions & discussed future needs in community policing.

Collaboration is key! 🤝

🔗Learn more about this project: efus.eu/topics/publi...
May 20, 2025 at 9:26 AM
🚨 Join the next TRANSCEND Web Conference!
🗓️ 10 June 2025 | 🕐 1–2PM CET
📍 Online

Discover how Austrian citizens are getting involved in disaster resilience through innovative, inclusive design and pilot projects

Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
May 19, 2025 at 9:12 AM
📍 Join us in Gdańsk, 17–18 June for two key Efus events:
🔹 Final #PACTESUR2 project conference on the security of public spaces
🔹 Efus General Assembly, as well as Dialogue with Polish cities on urban security.

📝 Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
📚 Agenda: efus.eu/wp-content/u...
May 14, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Efus was proud to join #SMI2G25, hosted by Région Île-de-France & organised by CMINE, a key event for shaping Horizon Europe – Cluster 3.
We met great partners & shared ideas to build a safer, more resilient Europe.

#HorizonEU #SecurityInnovation
May 6, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🔴 FEPSU Members only – 5 days left to register!

Elected officials and local government professionals, don’t miss this training on AI to expand your knowledge of artificial intelligence.

📅 Application deadline: May 9, 2025
To register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Find the program below ⤵️
May 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌍 Efus, represented by Executive Director, Elizabeth Johnston, joined the LUCI Cities & Lighting Summit 2025 to discuss safer, more inclusive public spaces after dark.

🤝 We’re proud to launch a new partnership with LUCI to promote creative, secure urban lighting.
April 30, 2025 at 12:19 PM
🔵 Efus was pleased to participate in the General Assembly meeting of the KOBAN project at the Utrecht Police Headquarters.

This moment featured insightful updates from partners, inspiring discussions on Community Policing and field visits.

Learn more about this project⤵️
efus.eu/topics/publi...
April 25, 2025 at 9:18 AM
🌐 We are pleased to invite you to the first TRANSCEND project Web Conference on the theme of Cybersecurity!

📅 30 April 2025
⏲️14:00–15:00 CET
📍Online

👥Join professionals, researchers, and civil society actors to connect and exchange ideas!

👉 Register here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
April 24, 2025 at 8:03 AM
🎓 Les collectivités doivent pouvoir comprendre et maîtriser les enjeux de l’IA.

Nous avons eu le plaisir de former élus & agents locaux pour leur donner les clés d’une #IntelligenceArtificielle éthique, utile et adaptée aux territoires.

➡️ D’autres sessions à venir !
March 28, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Efus was present in Milan for the launch of the Respect to Protect Project, an important initiative aimed at breaking the stigma on mental health by training security professionals, supporting their well-being, and raising awareness among local decision-makers.

Stay tuned for the next steps! 🙌
March 25, 2025 at 9:41 AM