The BSPC Working Group on Civil Security held its inaugural meeting in Copenhagen on 3 February 2010.
The Group discussed its mandate, objectives and working methods. Its main focus will be trafficking in human beings, understood as a form of modern slavery and exploitation. The Group can also address other aspects of civil security.
Eva Biaudet, former OSCE Special Representative and Coordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings, and Christer Pursiainen, Senior Advisor at CBSS, gave background presentations on trafficking and civil security.
The WG will aim to liaise with otheer organizations and institutions active in the field of trafficking and civil security. For continuous information about the activities of the Working Group, please see the WG webpage.