The 33rd session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) concluded after five days of discussions aimed at enhancing crime prevention strategies, criminal justice responses, and international cooperation.
Participants
- States: Representatives from 128 States participated.
- International Organizations: 18 intergovernmental organizations.
- Non-Governmental Organizations: 75 NGOs.
- United Nations Entities: 3 entities.
- UN Institutes: 12 institutes.
Thematic Discussions
The session focused on the theme of “Promoting international cooperation and technical assistance to prevent and address organized crime, corruption, terrorism, and other forms of crime.” Discussions explored various aspects of international cooperation in criminal matters, including challenges, trends, and best practices.
Resolutions Adopted
- Countering trafficking in persons in the context of technological advancements.
- Treatment of children associated with terrorist groups.
- Reducing reoffending through rehabilitation and reintegration.
- Preventing and countering violence against children by organized criminal and terrorist groups.
Follow-up to Previous Congresses
Member States adopted a resolution on follow-up to the Fourteenth Crime Congress and preparations for the Fifteenth Crime Congress, scheduled for April 25-30, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.
Side Events
92 side events covered various topics including trafficking, victim-centered policies, gender-based violence, cybercrime, corruption, terrorism, and capacity-building in criminal justice systems.
Special Events
- Event 1: “Protecting people and planet and achieving the 2030 Agenda in the digital age” highlighted the role of the UN Crime Congress in achieving Agenda 2030.
- Event 2: “Generation Justice: youth voices for justice at the UN Crime Congress” launched the GenJust (Generation Justice) initiative, focusing on youth engagement in crime prevention and criminal justice.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- How many participants attended the 33rd session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice?
- A) 1200
- B) 1400
- C) 1600
- D) 1800
- Answer: B) 1400
- What was the main theme of the thematic discussion at the 33rd CCPCJ session?
- A) Cybercrime prevention
- B) International cooperation in crime prevention
- C) Human trafficking
- D) Corruption eradication
- Answer: B) International cooperation in crime prevention
- How many thematic resolutions were adopted during the session?
- A) Three
- B) Four
- C) Five
- D) Six
- Answer: B) Four
- When is the Fifteenth Crime Congress scheduled to take place?
- A) March 25-30, 2025
- B) April 25-30, 2026
- C) May 25-30, 2027
- D) June 25-30, 2028
- Answer: B) April 25-30, 2026
- What was the focus of the first special event organized by the Chair of the Commission?
- A) Gender equality in criminal justice
- B) Youth engagement in crime prevention
- C) Environmental crimes
- D) Technological advancements in crime prevention
- Answer: D) Technological advancements in crime prevention