07/02/2025
The European project presents the achievements of four years of collaboration with a committed, more inclusive and digitised Lebanese police.
After almost four years, the European project Promoting Community Policing in Lebanon is coming to an end. During this time, the project has worked to promote trust and collaboration between the Internal Security Forces (ISF) and civil society. As a result, a number of achievements have been made, including the renovation of four police stations, the training of security officers and the achievement of a close and efficient security model that strengthens partnerships with civil society.
In addition to these results, the project has also demonstrated its capacity to respond to emergencies. In the midst of war, more than €45,000 in humanitarian aid has been provided to support the security forces and internally displaced persons (IDPs). This aid has included basic necessities such as medicines, hygiene products and food, as well as mattresses and blankets that have been delivered to detention centres to alleviate the impact of the crisis and improve conditions for detainees.
During the final phase of the project, work was carried out on three innovative digital tools for the Lebanese National Police. Firstly, the ISF website has been redesigned and optimised. In addition, the first mobile application for the Lebanese police has been developped, which allows them to report emergencies quickly and geolocated. As a result, response times have been improved, which has strengthened their image and the link with the public.
In addition to this, an e-learning platform has been launched to ensure the continuous training of ISF officers, fostering their professional development and ensuring better responsiveness to the needs of the communities. The launching ceremony of the platform took place at the ISF Academy, in the presence of the Spanish Ambassador to Lebanon, Police Generals and senior representatives of the European Union delegation and civil society.
This support to Lebanon and these tools represent not only technological advances, but also a symbol of resilience and progress for a country that has faced multiple crises. Together with the 800 new police officers recruited by the ISF, more than 60% of whom are women, these initiatives reflect a renewed commitment to a brighter future for Lebanon.
“Como se destacó durante el evento de clausura que tuvo lugar el pasado 6 de febrero 2025 en la sede de la Academia de la Policía libanesaAs highlighted during during the closing event that took place on 6th February, ‘now, more than ever, the ISF is present, connected and engaged with Lebanese citizens, demonstrating that progress is possible even in difficult times’.
