Fifteen chiefs from the regional divisions of the Republic of Armenia Police gathered in Tsaghkadzor on 15-16 December 2023, for a specialised training on combating violence against women and domestic violence. It was organised in the framework of the Council of Europe project “Ending violence against women and promoting gender equality in Armenia” in partnership with the Ministry of Interior.

The primary objective of the training was to enhance the knowledge and skills of police leadership, enabling them to provide a comprehensive response and protection to victims of domestic violence. The training included sessions covering the causes and consequences of domestic violence, dispelling myths, and presenting facts about the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence. Practical exercises, based on  European Court of Human Rights cases and national legislation, helped to give a practical perspective to the police work in combating violence against women and domestic violence.

By fostering a deeper understanding among law enforcement leaders, this training aimed to create a more informed and responsive approach to combating domestic violence, contributing to a safer and more secure society.