CONFERENCE
Unlocking the Potential of Open Source Information in the Fields of Migration and Trafficking
19 July 2024
Thessaloniki, Greece
ABOUT
The Unlocking the potential of open source information in the fields of migration and trafficking event, organised under the umbrella of the EU-funded project CRiTERIA (Comprehensive data-driven Risk and Threat Assessment Methods for the Early and Reliable Identification, Validation and Analysis of migration-related risks), aims to act as an interactive platform fostering the debate on the most challenging and novel issues in the fields of migration and trafficking. The event seeks to better understand how different types of information and technologies can be harnessed to aid in both preventing and investigating cross-border crimes, but also to identify and support victims and other vulnerable communities directly affected. As such, the organisers are seeking contributions in good practices and tools that positively contribute to enhancing knowledge in this field as well as studies on existing gaps and persistent challenges.
The 1-day event includes several panels and technology demonstrations and will bring together stakeholders from the academic world, policy-makers, civil society and international organisations working in the field of migration and trafficking.
Target audience: Law enforcement, policy-makers, NGOs working in the fields of migration or trafficking (e.g. trafficking in human beings, drugs trafficking).
VENUE
CERTH
6th km Charilaou-Thermi Rd,
GR 57001 Thermi, Thessaloniki
Greece
AGENDA
Full program will follow soon!
| Friday, 19th July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Welcome Coffee & Registration | |
| 09:30-09:45 |
Welcome & Short CRiTERIA introduction Claudia Niederée (CRiTERIA Project coordinator, Leibniz University Hannover, Germany) Vasileios Mezaris (CERTH) |
| 09:45-11:00 |
Panel (1) – Mapping information flows and improving analysis related to cross-border organized crime Moderator: Aitana Radu (University of Malta) Speakers: John Wojcik (UNODC) / Lynn Dudenhoefer (HENSOLDT Analytics) Expert (Interpol) Expert (Dutch Police) Radu Cucos (OSCE) |
| 11:00-11:20 | Q&A |
| 11:20-12:20 |
Panel (2) – Connecting the dots in victim identification and support Moderarot: Jeanne Mifsud Bonnici (Iniversity of Groningen) Speakers: Marina Ntonopoulou (A21) Laura Petersen (International Union of Railways Security Division) Iryna Dek (Center for Information Resilience) Aitana Radu (University of Malta) |
| 12:20-12:30 | Q&A |
| 12:30-13:30 | Networking Lunch |
| 13:30-14:30 |
Panel (3) – CRiTERIA Insights Moderator: Claudia Niederée (Leibniz University Hannover, Germany) |
| 14:30-14:40 | Q&A |
| 14:40-15:00 | Final Remarks |
SPEAKERS
Radu Cucos
Radu Cucos is a career diplomat who joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of the Republic of Moldova in 2002 and worked for the Moldovan diplomatic corps until June 2015. Throughout his diplomatic career, Radu served in diplomatic missions in Washington DC and The Hague. Radu was one of the founding members of the anti-trafficking community in Moldova serving as Advisor to the National Coordination on CTHB during 2011-2013 and 2007-2009 and being involved in policy making and also in the implementation of CTHB legislation and international commitments. He also served as the Chief Information Officer of the Moldovan Foreign Service being responsible for electronic services development and migration of MFA’s IT infrastructure to the government private cloud. Radu also used to work as a consultant for the Global ICT Department of the World. In July 2015 Radu joined the OSCE Office of the Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings in Vienna and his main focus is on the role of Information and Communication Technologies to fight human trafficking. He holds a Master of Public Policy Degree from the Harris School of Public Policies of the University of Chicago.
Iryna Dek
Iryna is a Senior OSINT Investigator and Trainer at the Centre for Information Resilience. She is focused on digital investigations of human rights abuses in armed conflicts and OSINT capacity building.
Her research expertise and interests cover social media manipulation analysis and development of new methodologies to track the spread of misinformation.
Iryna has the UN field experience in implementation of humanitarian and stabilisation programmes aimed at supporting vulnerable groups suffered from the war and internal displacement.
Lynn Dudenhoefer
Lynn Dudenhoefer is the Intel Desk Lead at HENSOLDT Analytics in Vienna, Austria. As a senior intelligence professional, Lynn has extensive experience in OSINT and GEOINT investigations, focusing on cybercrime, trafficking in persons, and armed conflict. Prior to leading the Intel Desk, Lynn worked as a Research Associate at the Psychological University in Berlin and the German University of Policing, investigating early warning signs of terrorism. Lynn also served as an Intelligence Analyst for the Criminal Police in Berlin, where she supported investigations into organized crime and cybercrime. She holds two master’s degrees: an MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Oxford and an MA in Genocide Studies from Uppsala University as well as certifications in cryptocurrency investigation.
Marina Ntonopoulou
Marina Ntonopoulou is the Country Manager at A21 Greece, where she has worked with her team for the last 11 years in the fight against human trafficking. With a profound commitment to eradicating this crime, Marina and her team focus on awareness, prevention, and protection, running a 24/7 hotline, and providing holistic aftercare for survivors. Marina holds a master's degree in Leadership and is currently pursuing another one in Migration Crisis, showcasing her deep commitment to continuous learning. Her passion lies in seeing people enjoy their freedom and helping survivors rebuild their lives after the trauma of human trafficking.
Marina is enthusiastic about sharing her insights and expertise on joint efforts against human trafficking. She firmly believes collaboration across different fields is essential to rescuing more individuals, restoring their lives, and ensuring that criminals are held accountable. Her work is guided by the belief that only through united efforts can we make significant strides in combating human trafficking and fostering a world where everyone can live free from exploitation.
Aitana Radu
Dr. Aitana Radu is the Security Research Coordinator within the Department of Information Policy & Governance. Her research focuses on different aspects of security science, from violent radicalisation to intelligence oversight. Since 2013, Dr Radu has carried out extensive EU-funded research focused on radicalization, law enforcement practices, the implementation of the European Investigation Order, developing security science (ESSENTIAL), fake news (DOMINOES) and intelligence analysis in the contxt of border security (MIRROR and CRITERIA projects). Dr. Radu obtained her M.A. (Comparative Political Science) from the University of Bucharest with a thesis on democratic transitions in the Middle East, her M.A. in the Management of Intelligence Activities for National Security from the National Intelligence Academy with a thesis on the security risks posed by the radical Islamic discourse, and her PhD in Intelligence and National Security from the National Intelligence Academy with a thesis on the transformation of intelligence organizations.
John Wojcik
John is a Regional Analyst with UNODC's Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific based in Bangkok. He oversees transnational organized crime analysis and threat monitoring, covering areas including illicit drug and precursor trafficking, cyber-enabled fraud, and underground banking and money laundering. Prior to joining the Regional Office in 2020, John served as an analyst covering the human trafficking and money laundering portfolios with the UNODC Country Office in Lao PDR. A national of Canada and Poland, John holds an M.A. in political economy from McMaster University as well as certifications in blockchain and cyber threat intelligence, and is currently completing an M.Sc. in forensic computing and cybercrime investigation at the University College Dublin Centre for Cybersecurity & Cybercrime Investigation.
CONTACT
Please note that the registration has been closed. If you have any questions regarding the event, registration, or travel, please contact us at criteria@hensoldt-analytics.com.
CRiTERIA has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation action program under grant agreement No 101021866.
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