We are pleased to announce the 3rd Congress on Law and Public Security, organised by the University of Cabo Verde (Uni-CV) , in partnership with the Faculty of Law of the University of Porto (Portugal).
The Congress will take place from 3 to 5 June 2026 at the Palmarejo Grande Campus in Praia, Cabo Verde, in hybrid format (in-person and online). Participation is free of charge.
📌 Call for Papers
Researchers, academics, practitioners, and students are invited to submit abstracts (up to 300 words) by 30 April 2026 to the email address: [email protected]
The thematic areas include, but are not limited to:
Criminal justice, restorative justice, and multi-door models
Constitution, fundamental rights, and democratic governance
Public security, policing, crime prevention, and crisis management
Cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and data protection
Organized crime, urban violence, and institutional responses
Public administration, justice policies, and legislative reforms
Mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution
International law, police cooperation, and regional security
Community protection and social resilience
Socio-legal studies with a focus on Cabo Verde
📅 Important Dates
Abstract submission deadline: 30 April 2026
Notification of acceptance: 9 May 2026
Full paper submission (optional): 30 May 2026
Final program publication: 25 May 2026
Congress dates: 3–5 June 2026
🔗 More information and submissions
Official Uni-CV announcement: https://unicv.edu.cv/pt/eng/noticias-eng/5570-uni-cv-realiza-iii-congresso-de-direito-e-seguranca-publica-em-junho
Download the Call for Papers (PDF): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-bq-c2_fqxrNc3P3xzPw8a2j3bn0B78G/view
I am honored to serve as a member of the Scientific and Organizing Committee for this third edition, alongside distinguished colleagues from Uni-CV, the University of Porto, and other institutions (see the full list in the official call).
We look forward to welcoming participants from around the world to what promises to be a rich interdisciplinary dialogue on law, public security, and governance in the 21st century.
