Polish Platform for Homeland Security

🚀 VR for Rehabilitation – A Groundbreaking Approach to Prison Aggression! 🔥 Can technology effectively help reduce aggression among inmates? 🎮✨ The VR4React project proves that it can! 👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dCPZKMHw Co-funded by the European Union, VR4React - Reducing Reactive Aggression through Virtual Reality uses virtual reality (VR) to simulate challenging situations and teach emotional regulation. Through immersive scenarios, inmates and individuals under probation supervision have the opportunity to confront their own reactions in a safe, controlled environment, significantly enhancing the effectiveness of rehabilitation. 📢 How does this innovative system work? What impact could it have on the Polish prison system? It’s truly fascinating! Learn more in our latest article! Cezary Mecwaldowski Justyna Karolak #VR #Rehabilitation #VirtualReality #Technology #Safety #PPBW #20YearsPPHS

🔐 You lock your doors, avoid suspicious links, put a helmet on your child. You're not alone in this. There are people working every day to ensure that everyone can feel safe. Non-governmental organisations, like PPHS, use their passion and motivation to drive real change. It makes work more than just a duty – it becomes a mission that helps shape a better future. At PPHS, we collaborate with experts who share their knowledge and experience in the field of security, support the development of new technologies, and build a community that acts instead of waiting for change. It’s a rewarding mission, but also a challenge – because it can’t sustain itself without support. 📅 On World NGO Day, you can help. Contribute to the grow of critical training, innovative technology, and effective safety solutions. 👉  To donate PPHS, contact: julia.szubert@ppbw.pl   #NGO #WorldNGODay #NonProfitOrganization

How can we make public spaces safer without compromising openness and accessibility?  🤔 On March 27, security experts, policymakers, and urban planners will gather to explore the 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.  ‼️ 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!  Nova Gorica and Gorizia host the 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐔-𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 SAFE-CITIES 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭! This initiative has united law enforcement, local authorities, and experts to enhance the security of public spaces. 🔎 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭? ✅ Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA) Framework – a proactive risk assessment tool 🕹️ Advanced Software Tools – simulating real-world threats with serious gaming methodologies 📊 Intuitive Dashboards – delivering clear security insights Project coordinator Umberto Battista emphasises: "SAFE-CITIES tools will help assess and design safer public spaces." 🔗 Join the event & check the agenda: https://lnkd.in/d5nKetJ9 #SafeCities #UrbanSecurity #PublicSafety #EUfunded

✈️ From Ankara, Turkey, to Skopje, Macedonia, our experts (Cezary Mecwaldowski and Justyna Karolak) are continuing their work on using virtual reality to train Prison and Probation Service staff. The second meeting of the VR4React - Reducing Reactive Aggression through Virtual Reality – Reducing Reactive Aggression through Virtual Reality project is just ending. This event is part of a broader series designed to equip practitioners from multiple countries with the expertise and tools needed for effective knowledge transfer. Through these sessions, participants gain the knowledge and techniques to support prison officers and inmates in 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝘂𝗿. By enhancing intervention strategies, the project contributes to a more effective rehabilitation process, fostering safer and more constructive environments within correctional facilities. (We wrote about this problem here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dJeZ6Gtd ) The large-scale training phase is set to begin soon across participating countries, marking a significant step forward in the VR4React initiative. In Poland, these activities are being conducted under the esteemed auspices of the Ministry of Justice (Ministerstwo Sprawiedliwości), ensuring a strong institutional foundation for their implementation. Stay tuned—we’ll be sharing more details on this exciting development soon! Thank you to University St. Kliment Ohridski in Bitola for organising this event! #aggression #prisonservice #training #pphs

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For almost a year now, the PSORR-PL recidivism risk assessment tool has been systematically implemented in Polish prisons, making the inmate assessment process more objective. Previously, risk assessment was largely subjective, conducted mainly by correctional officers. PSORR-PL introduces a significant shift in this approach. These and other solutions aimed at modernizing correctional services and supporting the development of skills among Prison Service officers and probation officers were discussed during the Prison Service Conference in Popowo over the past two days. Elizabeth Duda, representing PPHS, was the event's first speaker. She summarized our ongoing efforts in support of institutions responsible for the penitentiary system, including: 🔹 MIRAD training and radicalization risk assessment tools; 🔹 VR training for Prison Service officers, probation officers, and inmates; 🔹 E-learning courses and Train-the-Trainer programs for Polish practitioners; 🔹 Structured risk assessment tools for extremism vulnerability; 🔹 Partnerships with law enforcement agencies, universities, and research institutions; 🔹 International cooperation with European prison services. One of the conference highlights was our VR-based training, which attracted significant interest from participants. This initiative has been made possible through our agreement with the training center in Kule as part of the VR4React - Reducing Reactive Aggression through Virtual Reality project. "We hear strong calls for the systematic implementation of training programs and tools to assess radicalization vulnerability factors. These are issues we have been engaged in for years, and we will continue striving to improve the situation," says Elizabeth Duda. We remain committed to supporting the Prison Service, believing this is only the beginning of changes that can have a real impact on security and the effectiveness of rehabilitation efforts. #PrisonService #Security #Rehabilitation #ModernCorrections #VRTraining #MIRAD #PSORRPL #Radicalization #RiskAssessment #ProbationOfficers #PenitentiarySystem #CrimePrevention #PPBW #InternationalCooperation #Training #VRTechnology

The escalation of aggression in correctional facilities poses a significant challenge for Prison Service officers and the entire rehabilitation system. While there is a lack of statistics defining the scale of the problem in Polish prisons, one thing is certain – reactive aggression can seriously hinder the rehabilitation process and, in extreme cases, make it impossible. 💡 The VR4React - Reducing Reactive Aggression through Virtual Reality project is developing solutions to address this issue, and a lot is happening right now! We are currently preparing for an international conference aimed at supporting officers in managing reactive aggression among inmates. A key element of this initiative is the use of modern training methods, including virtual reality (VR), to refine response and de-escalation strategies in realistic conditions. This event, held under the patronage of Minister of Justice Maria Ejchart, will take place at the Regional Inspectorate of the Prison Service in Poznań, which we had the opportunity to visit today. Representing PPBW, Magda Okuniewska and Natalia Jarmużek-Troczyńska were accompanied by Lieutenant Colonel Cezary Mecwaldowski, Commander of the Central Training Center of the Prison Service, who coordinates VR4React activities in Poland. We are thrilled to see how our cooperation with the Prison Service is evolving! 💪 Stay tuned for more updates on our plans soon. 🔗 If you're interested in the challenges faced by the Prison Service, we invite you to read an article on reactive aggression: https://lnkd.in/dJeZ6Gtd #VR4REACT #PrisonService #Rehabilitation #ReactiveAggression #VirtualReality #Safety

🔍 IoT & Law Enforcement – How do we tackle the challenges of digital forensics? 💻 With 18.5 billion smart devices in circulation, the IoT is reshaping criminal investigations. However, the sheer volume of data and device diversity present major challenges for forensic analysis and law enforcement agencies. At the recent CYCLOPES - Cybercrime Law Enforcement Practitioners' Network workshop in Newcastle, experts from across the security domain explored strategies to enhance digital forensics, improve data access, and strengthen European collaboration. 🔗 More about the workshop: https://lnkd.in/dmtd25_e The CYCLOPES project, coordinated by PPHS, is committed to supporting law enforcement in tackling these evolving challenges. If you're engaged in this area, please consider joining the community to drive knowledge-sharing, innovation, and capacity-building. 🔗 Join the Community: https://lnkd.in/e9qR6SPZ During the meeting, we had the privilege of recognising Shaun Mallinson, International Project Lead in Science & Technology at the UK Home Office, as he prepares for retirement. Shaun has been a key partner to PPHS, sharing his expertise and leadership over the years. His contributions have strengthened collaboration across the security domain, and his guidance has been invaluable to our team! As Shaun embarks on this new chapter, we sincerely thank him for his support and friendship. We wish Shaun and his family all the best for the future! #IoT #DigitalForensics #Cybercrime #CYCLOPES #PPHS #LawEnforcement

Did you know that today marks the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism? With radicalisation posing a growing threat across Europe and beyond, it is more important than ever to unite in our efforts to safeguard our communities and promote peace. 🤝 Over the years, the global community has recognised violent extremism as a profound challenge to security, human rights, and social cohesion. In 2022, the United Nations designated 12 February as a day to raise awareness and strengthen international cooperation in preventing violent extremism. Emphasising a global, inclusive approach, the UN underscores that terrorism and violent extremism must never be linked to any religion, nationality, or group of people, advocating for human rights-based and community-driven solutions. At the 🛡️ Polish Platform for Homeland Security, we actively participate in PVE initiatives through European projects, training programmes, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Since 2016, we have focused on raising awareness and building partnerships to mitigate the threats of radicalisation— most recently by joining the EU Knowledge Hub on Prevention of Radicalisation consortium from June 2024. Find out more about our actions here: https://lnkd.in/eDvG9H7E Learn about the significance of this day and how you can get involved here: https://lnkd.in/gMxg8aEu #PVE #Europe #Security #PPHS

🌐 Join the "Cybercrime.3 – Technologies" (CP.3) Conference! Cybercrime can seriously destabilise national security. To combat it effectively, we must use modern tools wisely. That’s why we invite you to the 3rd edition of the CP.3 conference, taking place on 26-27 March in Szczytno, Poland. Key Information: 📚 Topics: Combating cybercrime, the role of partnerships, adjustments of existing procedures to real challenges. 🎯 Goals: highlighting gaps, showcasing cutting-edge solutions, knowledge sharing. 🙋 Participation is FREE for Law Enforcement, Public Institutions, and Academia. 🖱️ Registration & details: https://lnkd.in/dmhTfZ3q Together with our co-organisers – the Police Academy in Szczytno, the Polish Naval Academy, and the Foundation for Counteracting Cybercrime – we strongly encourage you to take part in CP.3! Don’t wait too long – limited spots available! #20YearsPPHS #CP3 #CP3Conference #Cybersecurity #Technology Steven Ormston | Rashel Talukder