IPO Headquarters Delegation in Geneva: Advancing Dialogue on Human Rights and International Cooperation

Representatives of IPO Headquarters and national sections participated in international activities and institutional engagements in Geneva from 21 to 24 September 2026, with a focus on human rights, migration, and professional cooperation.

Geneva, Switzerland | 21–24 September 2026: A delegation of the International Police Organization (IPO) participated in a series of international activities and institutional engagements in Geneva, bringing together representatives from several national sections to exchange perspectives on issues of shared international interest.

The delegation was led by Dr. Mareglen Tomori, Chief Administrative Officer of IPO, together with Mr. Imet Cafleshi, President of IPO Switzerland and Permanent Representative of IPO to the United Nations in Geneva. They were joined by IPO delegates from Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, reflecting the organization’s commitment to coordinated international participation and cooperation across its national sections.

Human Rights, Migration, and Institutional Responsibility

Throughout the engagements, IPO representatives participated in discussions addressing human rights, migration, prevention, and the role of institutions in responding to complex social and security challenges.

These exchanges provided an opportunity to share professional perspectives and consider the relationship between institutional responsibility, respect for human dignity, and effective international cooperation. The subjects discussed are closely interconnected, requiring approaches that take account of both the needs of communities and the responsibilities of the institutions that serve them.

For IPO, constructive dialogue on these issues forms part of a broader commitment to supporting safer and more inclusive societies, with respect for fundamental rights as an essential principle.

Connecting National Perspectives with International Dialogue

The participation of delegates from different IPO sections brought a range of national experiences and professional perspectives to the engagements in Geneva. This diversity reinforced the value of sustained communication and knowledge exchange within the organization’s international network.

Cooperation among national sections helps create opportunities to learn from different institutional contexts, consider shared challenges, and strengthen professional relationships across borders. The Geneva engagements reflected the importance of connecting this national experience with wider international discussions.

The joint participation of IPO Headquarters, IPO Switzerland, and representatives from Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands also underscored the role of coordination in maintaining a consistent and constructive international presence.

A Continued Commitment to Professional Cooperation

Geneva’s role as a center for multilateral dialogue provided a relevant setting for exchanges on human rights, migration, and international responsibility. IPO’s participation reflected its continuing interest in contributing to these discussions through professional engagement and the exchange of knowledge.

Addressing matters of shared international concern requires sustained cooperation, mutual understanding, and a willingness to consider different perspectives. Such exchanges are valuable opportunities to maintain dialogue and support relationships among those working toward common objectives.

The International Police Organization remains committed to promoting constructive dialogue, strengthening professional cooperation, and developing institutional relations. Through the engagement of its headquarters and national sections, IPO continues to support initiatives that contribute to safer, more inclusive societies grounded in respect for human rights.