Center for Community-Based Policing and Post-Conflict Police Reform

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The Center for Community-Based Policing and Post-Conflict Police Reform (or ICT4COP Center) is an international and interdisciplinary research and learning center hosted by the Department of International Environment and Development Studies, Faculty of Landscape and Society, Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). 

Mission

This initiative led to the establishment of a constructive dialogue between officers and residents, fostering mutual respect and collaboration.

Vision

A community engagement initiative significantly improved police transparency, leading to heightened trust and cooperative partnerships.

Objective

Workshops organized on conflict resolution and community outreach equipped participants with skills to address issues collaboratively.

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Our history

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Where we work

We are proud to work with partners n a wide range of countries. 

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ICT4COP project

The online resource for ICT4COP - a European Commission Horizon 2020 Research & Innovation.

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Our Location

We are located at Noragric - Faculty of Landscape and Society at NMBU.

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WHO ARE WE?

The ICT4COP (Community-Oriented Policing) Research Project, part of the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), focuses on improving security and peacebuilding efforts in post-conflict societies through community-centered policing models.

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OBJECTIVES

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To develop and apply novel approaches to the study of post-conflict police reform through combining research, practice and technologies.

 

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To create a dynamic arena for researchers in social science and technology, international and national police and civil society actors working with communities.

 

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To undertake high quality, interdisciplinary co-productive, applied and action research on current and emerging issues relevant to COP and police reform

 

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To communicate research findings in key international and national policy and implementation environments  

 

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To develop teaching and learning resources for a variety of interested users, including students, policymakers, bureaucrats, police, and civil society actors. 

 

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To maintain and further develop our global network of researchers and practitioners in collaboration with the PHS Police Experts Network (PEN).  

By fostering cooperation between law enforcement and local communities, the project aims to create sustainable, resilient policing structures that enhance trust and safety. ICT4COP brings together a diverse network of researchers, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders to address challenges in countries affected by conflict, ensuring that policing reforms are inclusive, adaptable, and responsive to local needs.

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We take pride in our work at ICT4COP for its role in fostering collaboration and empowering the policy community to create meaningful change.

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Meet Our Leadership

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Joanne Williams

Founder

Fred Buster

Director OPS

Lisa Hoffman

Director HR

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