Drawing of a markedplace in Nyborg

An international and interdisciplinary center for cutting-edge research and teaching on central issues related to community-based policing (COP) and post-conflict police reform.

  • Center Objectives
    • Perform and communicate cutting-edge research and teaching on central issues related to community-based policing (COP) and post-conflict reform.
    • Develop and apply novel approaches to address current and emerging challenges related to the many choices that can be made in policing, security provision and police reform.
    • Create a dynamic arena for researchers in social science and technology, international and national police and civil society actors working with communities to share experiences and ideas on COP and police reform.
    • Maintain a global network of researchers and practitioners with the Police Experts Network
  • Community Oriented Policing Project

    The European Commission Horizon 2020 Research & Innovation project, Community Oriented Policing was finalised in 2021. Browse the eHandbook, eLearning and other resources provided by the project on the ICT4COP project website.

  • Academic publications

    The European Commission Horizon 2020 Research & Innovation project, Academic works are published in academic journal articles. These articles are geared towards all members with an interest in COP.

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  • Policy briefs

    Brings together global research and local evidence to inform deliberations about policies and programs related to ICT4COP.

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  • Digital stories

    Research-based multimedia narratives that reflect upon some of the ICT4COP findings.

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  • Leadership, partners and contact