Transnational
Threats

The Siracusa International Institute works with national and regional authorities, intergovernmental bodies, civil society organizations, and independent researchers to conducts research on new and emerging threats to international peace and security, with focus on the global implications of transnational organised crime.

The Siracusa International Institute works with national and regional authorities, intergovernmental bodies, civil society organizations, and independent researchers to conducts research on new and emerging threats to international peace and security, with focus on the global implications of transnational organised crime.

Additionally, the Institute provides legal and policy analysis to assist states in preventing and suppressing transnational crimes through joined-up approaches, and develops international recommendations and guidelines when needed. The Institute often partners with and supports initiatives of European Union as well as United Nations agencies, including in West Africa, the Balkans and the Middle East. The Institute has particular expertise in the practical application of legal, policy and enforcement responses to transnational organised crime, corruption, and illicit finance in fragile, conflict-affected and transitional settings.

Specialization Courses

The Siracusa International Institute for Criminal Justice and Human Rights will organize a Summer School on ‘Understanding and Combatting Corruption – A Global Perspective’, between Monday, July 18th and Friday, July 22nd. The Summer School will take place in presence at the headquarters of the Siracusa Institute, located in Siracusa, Italy.

To be eligible for the Summer School, participants should have a university degree in law, or other relevant education and experience. The working language will be English.

To register for the Summer School, please fill out the Application Form. All registered participants will receive a confirmation letter in due course, with further information on methods of payment and relevant deadlines.

For further information, please visit the sections below.