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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

🔵Efus participated in the Transcend Project, which has now successfully concluded. Some member cities of Efus, such as the city of Matosinhos, benefited from the project’s outcomes and insights. 🎥 Discover their testimony below ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-Vc...

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Why municipalities must involve citizens in the decisions regarding security technologies

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

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.

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

🚨 Upcoming Webinar 🚨 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬: 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 In partnership with @peaceinourcities.org 📅 Date: 16 October 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM (Paris) 🔗 Register here: forms.gle/R1LFrrgDCABZ...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Comment mettre en œuvre un véritable continuum de sécurité dans une grande ville européenne ? A Nice, Élus, police municipale, société de sécurité privée Gaïda et citoyens partagent leur expérience. ⬇️ smartlink.ausha.co/efus-podcast...

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Police, sécurité privé, citoyens : le continuum de sécurité en action

Cet épisode du podcast de l’Efus met en lumière l’expérience de la ville de Nice dans la mise en œuvre du continuum de sécurité dans le cadre du projet PACTESUR2. À travers les témoignages d’élus, de ...

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

🚔 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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Did you know? 1/6 people in Europe are living with a mental condition, according to the WHO. Given the general rise in #mentalhealth issues across Europe and beyond, Efus has recently included Mental Health as a key area of focus. Read our latest article ⬇️ efus.eu/news/mental-...

Mental health: a silent crisis that affects urban security across Europe – European Forum for Urban Security

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

🎙️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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

💡Lighting shapes how safe we feel in public spaces. That’s why Efus has partnered with LUCI association to explore the link between urban lighting and security. We spoke with LUCI's MD Mark Burton-Page about the network's goals and future priorities. Read the full article: efus.eu/topics/publi...

Partnership with the LUCI network on urban lighting: new opportunities for our members – European Forum for Urban Security

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

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.

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

#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!

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

#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. 👮‍♂️🤝

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

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.

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

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.

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

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!

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

#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!

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

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! 🙏

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

🚨Just one week to go! There’s still time to join us in Gdańsk, June 17–18 for the Efus General Assembly and the final event of the PACTESUR2 project on the protection of public spaces. Register below ⬇️

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

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! 👏

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

🚨 Don’t miss the TRANSCEND project Web Conference! 🚨 🗓️ 10 June 2025 🕐 1pm - 2pm | 📍 Online 🎙️ With Thomas Seltsam (Austrian Red Cross) 💬 Topic: Engaging Austrian citizens in disaster resilience 🔗 Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

🎙️Nouveau podcast ! On parle d'un sujet d'actualité : la violence chez les jeunes et les rivalités interquartiers Avec 🔵 Séréna Yahmi, adjointe au maire de Noisy-le-Sec 🔵Audrey Palama, experte des violences collectives 📲 À écouter ici : smartlink.ausha.co/efus-podcast...

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

🚨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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

🚨 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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

📍 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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

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

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

🔴 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 ⤵️

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

🌍 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.

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

🔵 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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

🌐 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...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

🎓 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 !

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

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! 🙌

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

🔙 Throwback | One year ago, on the eve of the European Parliament elections, Efus, with the support of major city mayors, warned against authoritarian tendencies and emphasised the power of local authorities in building safer, more cohesive #cities. Read the full op-ed: efus.eu/news/efus-op...

Efus’ op-ed in Le Monde: “It is not by transforming our cities into hyper-secure fortresses that we will solve our security problems” – European Forum for Urban Security

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

🚀Join the Transcend Project's web conference series! We will start this web conference series with a discussion on #cybersecurity, the project's pilot and the toolbox implementation!💻 📅 Date: April 10, 2025 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (CET) 🔗Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

🔵@ec.europa.eu is a key partner of Efus, co-funding projects and shaping policies that impact local authorities. With the new Commission's mandate, Efus will continue advocating for local needs in areas like democracy, justice, and crisis management. Read our full article: efus.eu/uncategorize...

New European Commission: an enduring partnership with Efus – European Forum for Urban Security

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

🔴 Plus que 3 jours pour s'inscrire ! Élus et professionnels des collectivités territoriales, ne manquez pas la formation IA pour maîtriser l’intelligence artificielle et ses enjeux. ✅ Frais pris en charge – Date limite : 6 mars 2025 🔗 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

📢Appel à candidatures : Formation IA pour les Collectivités Élus ou professionnels des collectivités territoriales, développez vos compétences en intelligence artificielle ! ✅ Formation hybride, gratuite et certifiante 🗓️ Deadline candidatures : 6 mars 🔗S'inscrire: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Appel à Candidatures pour une Formation en Intelligence Artificielle pour les Collectivités Territoriales

IA pour les Villes - France - Cette initiative a pour objectif de renforcer les compétences fondamentales en intelligence artificielle de 50 participants, des élus et les professionnels des collectivi...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

This week, Efus participated in the Safety Continuum workshop organised as part of the #PACTESUR2 project in Nice! It was a great opportunity to exchange ideas and address key urban security challenges. We look forward to meeting again at the next Local Police Academy in Turin 🙌

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

🚀 New podcast out! In this episode, we explore the Spaanse Polder Café, an innovative initiative in Rotterdam that brings together entrepreneurs, workers, and police to discuss security, crime prevention, and community cohesion. 🎧 smartlink.ausha.co/efus-podcast...

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Tackling organised crime through dialogue: The Spaanse Polder Café in Rotterdam

In this episode, we explore the innovative Spaanse Polder Café in Rotterdam, an initiative fostering dialogue on urban security, crime prevention, and community cohesion to tackle the issues of organi...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

🔵 Efus has updated its Security, Democracy & Cities manifesto, a key reference for urban security stakeholders. Based on decades of experience and real-life case studies, it provides practical recommendations for local and regional authorities across 18 topics. Learn more ➡️ efus.eu/about-us/efu...

Efus’ 2025 manifesto: common principles and recommendations for local and regional authorities – European Forum for Urban Security

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

🔵Strengthening collaboration against drug trafficking! Rotterdam welcomed Efus, alongside Mayor Schouten to tackle #drugtrafficking in the Port of Rotterdam.🚢 A key moment to reinforce public-private partnerships & focus on prevention, awareness & control. 🤝Cooperation at all levels is essential!

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

🌐Today is the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism. Cooperation in EU projects is essential to addressing this issue. At Efus, we also work closely with local authorities to help them develop stronger policies for preventing violent extremism. Learn more: bit.ly/3UyRevI

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

🔵 EU-POLNET: A Platform for Peer-to-Peer Collaboration! 👮‍♂️Local police forces are on the front line in times of crisis. 🤝Through EU-POLNET, European local police forces unite, share knowledge, and strengthen their cooperation to tackle urban security challenges. Learn more: efus.eu/wp-content/u...

Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Discover more on the TRANSCEND project’s Fighting Crime and Terrorism pilot, led by Efus! In a workshop with local authorities, youth shared insights on crime, radicalisation & more, leading to a constructive meeting with the Mayor of @stadmechelen.bsky.social 🏛️ Read more: efus.eu/topics/innov...

Youth perspectives on fighting crime and terrorism in Mechelen – European Forum for Urban Security

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

#AppelDOffres L’Efus recherche un prestataire pour concevoir et mettre en place un #chatbot intelligent qui servira de point d'entrée unique pour accéder à notre base documentaire. 📅 Date limite de candidature : 7 février 2025, 12h. 📧 contact: verseckaite@efus.eu Plus d'infos ci-dessous ⤵️

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Efus @efusnews.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Strong citizen-police relationships are vital for trust & public security. Efus believes in local policing guided by proximity & quality service. That’s why we’re part of KOBAN project. Together, we’re building safer, connected cities across Europe! Learn more⤵️ efus.eu/topics/publi...

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