UN Conference on Criminal Justice and Crime prevention in April 2026

Director of our Human Traffcking Awareness program, Donna Hubbard will represent Airline Ambassadors at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice will be held from April 25–30, 2026, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, focusing on advancing innovative, people-centered, and evidence-based strategies to strengthen the rule of law and the 2030 Agenda in a digital age. Held every five years since 1955, it is the premier global forum for crime policy, connecting governments, NGOs, and experts to address organized crime and terrorism.

• Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Opening Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m..
• Main Agenda Items: Advancing evidence-based crime prevention, promoting inclusive criminal justice systems, addressing organized crime/terrorism, and strengthening international cooperation.
• Outcome: The Congress will adopt a final report, including a declaration and actionable recommendations. 
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• Purpose: It is the world’s largest gathering of policymakers, practitioners, and experts in crime prevention, acting as a major forum for exchanging views and experiences.
• Frequency: Held every five years (quinquennially) since 1955.
• Organizer: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
• Significance: It helps shape international standards and policies in crime prevention and criminal justice.