SAFE-CITIES project delivered an innovative set of tools and approaches to keep public spaces open, safe, and resilient. One of the solutions facilitating the design of secure public space is the SAFE-CITIES Participatory Model (SCPM). It is an urban planning course presenting a practical framework that empowers public authorities, law enforcement, and communities to work […]

As our cities grow, so do the challenges of keeping them safe. From terrorist threats and crowd management to cyber risks and the weaponisation of everyday vehicles, modern cities face complex and evolving dangers. The SAFE-CITIES project, a European research initiative, has been tackling these challenges head-on – with a focus on prevention instead of […]

What if we could design cities that feel safe without looking like fortresses? The SAFE-CITIES free course: Security by Design, shows how to integrate safety into urban spaces, without sacrificing openness, inclusivity or aesthetics. The SAFE-CITIES project is all about making public spaces safer by weaving protective measures directly into the way cities are planned […]

Cities face evolving threats which, without the right tools, are getting harder to prevent. However, with advanced risk assessment technology, teams can minimise harm and ensure public safety effectively. This vision of preventing instead of reacting is becoming a reality through SAFE CITIES, a European research project dedicated to enhancing security in urban environments. SAFE […]

SAFE-CITIES’ impact on the security of public spaces is addressed by filling a critical gap in the market and providing a suite of tools for stakeholders responsible for enhancing security. We return with an interview with Umberto Battista, the Project Coordinator representing STAM S.r.l. Let’s explore the current state of work in the final months of the project’s implementation.

SPIRIT (Synergies to Protect Places of Worship and Religious Gatherings) is a project aiming to strengthen the protection of religious sites and gatherings across Europe through practical, collaborative security strategies.

INTERCEPT is an EU-funded project enhancing law enforcement’s ability to remotely stop high-risk vehicles. See more.

SPIRIT and INTERCEPT projects join forces with SAFE CITIES for enhancing safety in urban spaces across Europe. Learn more!

On March 27, security stakeholders will gather in Nova Gorica to explore the innovations in public space protection delivered by our project.