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Multidimensional Security in the Americas

Multidimensional Security in the Americas. Programs of the Secretariat for Multidimensional Security (SMS). Table of Contents. The Secretariat for Multidimensional Security SMS Programs and Subprograms Organizational Structure and Human Capital Financial resources received in 2012 – 2013.

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Multidimensional Security in the Americas

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  1. Multidimensional Security in the Americas Programs of the Secretariat for Multidimensional Security (SMS)

  2. Table of Contents • The Secretariat for Multidimensional Security • SMS Programs and Subprograms • Organizational Structure and Human Capital • Financial resources received in 2012 – 2013. • Summary of the principal achievements in 2012 – 2013. • Main lines of action for 2014 • Proposed new orientation for OAS activities.

  3. 1. The Secretariat for Multidimensional Security (SMS) MISSION • “To promote and coordinate cooperation among OAS member states, and between member states and the Inter-American System, to evaluate, prevent, confront, and respond to threats to security.” VISION • “To be the principal hemispheric benchmark to develop cooperation and build the capacity of OAS member states to respond effectively to threats to security in the Americas.”

  4. 1. The Secretariat for Multidimensional Security (SMS)Cont. The SMS consists of the Executive Office of the Secretary for Multidimensional Security, and the following entities: • Executive Secretariat of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission, with departmental status; • Secretariat of the Inter-American Committee against Terrorism, with departmental status; and, • Department of Public Security. The Secretariat serves the following 17 political bodies:

  5. Summits GA General Assembly GS General Secretariat PC Permanent Council CSH Committee on Hemispheric Security REMJA MISPA SMSSecretariat for Multidimensional Security Specific Funds 01 15 02 14 03 13 04 12 05 06 07 08 09 10 11

  6. 2. SMS Programs and Processes Executive Office of the Secretariat for Multidimensional Security Under the Office of the Secretary for Security are two processes that support: 1) the ESCA-SICA Strategy; and 2) the CARICOM Strategy on Crime and Security. Similarly, under the Office of the Secretary for Security, and with the technical support of its departments, follow-up is provided for two highly political processes under the Central American MAS Initiative: • The Process of Social Pacification and Reduction of Violence, based on the Truce among Gangs in El Salvador (two dialogue processes in Honduras and Guatemala, still in their very early stages, are based on this Process). • The Process to Support the Public Security Reform Commission in Honduras.

  7. Office of the Secretary for Multidimensional Security

  8. 2. SMS/CICTE Programs

  9. 2. SMS/CICAD Programs

  10. 2. SMS/CICAD Programs (Cont.)

  11. Department of Public Security Explanatory note: After various changes in the leadership of the Department of Public Security, in April 2013 a new director was appointed following a competitive selection process. Subsequently, the Department created a new strategic plan, including a new organizational structure and programs for implementation during the 2013-2018 period, as follows.

  12. 2. SMS/DPS Programs

  13. 2. SMS/DPS Programs (Cont.)

  14. 3. SMS Organizational Structure and Human Capital SMSSecretariat for Multidimensional Security TOTAL SMS 151 CICTE Inter American Committee against Terrorism CICAD Inter American Drug Abuse Control Commission DPS The Department of Public Security

  15. DEPARTAMENTO DE SEGURIDAD PUBLICA (FR) Assistant to the Director OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR PAULINA DUARTE(FR) Director (ICR) Senior Financial Officer (FR)Financial Officer (ICR)Administrative Assistant CRIME AND VIOLENCE REDUCTION PROGRAM (UNIT) Section Head (FE- Dec/13) Project Manager (FR) Project Manager(FE-Mar/14) Project Manager(FR) Project Manager(FE-Dec /13) Project Assistant (FE-CPR-Dec /13) AICMA/CO Field Coordinator (FE-Dec /13) AICMA/CO – Team: 24 staff + 12 CPRs (FE-Dec /13) PACAM/CA Field Coordinator (FE- Jun /14) PACAM/CA –Team: 9 staff + 1 CPR (FE- Jun /14) AICMA/EC-PE Field Coordinator (FE- Jun /14) AICMA/EC-PE Team: 4 + 1 CPR (FE- Jun /14) (FE-CPR Nov / 13) Communications and Design Consultant PROGRAM (UNIT) OF SUPPORT TO POLITICAL BODIES Assistant Director(FR) Specialist (FR) SECURITY AND JUSTICE PROGRAM (UNIT) Section Head(FE-Dec /13) Project Manager(FR) Project Manager(Associate) Project Manager(Associate) CRIME AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM (UNIT) Section Head (FE-Dec /13) Project Manager(FE- Aug /14) Project Manager (FR) PUBLIC SECURITY INFORMATION PROGRAM (UNIT) Section Head(FR) Project Assistant(FE-CPR-Nov/13) Notes: FR=Regular Fund; FE=Specific Funds; ICR=Indirect Cost Recovery; Dates=Completion of contracts.

  16. 5. Principal Achievements: 2012-2013 • Omnibus Resolution • In 2012, SMS collected $22.5 million in specific funds, for a 28% increase over the funds received in 2011. By the end of 2013, it expects to receive $27.15 million. • Honduras – Process of Dialogue to begin a possible process for reduction of gang violence • El Salvador – Process of social peace-making and reduction of violence, based on the truce among gangs in El Salvador • Drug Report • Participation in WEF • Evaluation of National Security Systems in CA, to provide information to implementation initiatives with a greater impact

  17. 5. Principal achievements in 2012-2013 (CICTE) • In cyber-security, three national cyber-incident response teams (CSIRTs) were created, for a total of 18 to date, and the design and construction of a mobile cybernetic laboratory was developed, used in six cyber crisis simulation exercises in the Americas. Three member states have adopted national cyber-security strategies. • In tourism security, 1,200 government workers were trained and networks of cooperation were generated between the public and private sector in the places where they were trained, global and regional agencies, such as the Pan-American Health Organization and the UN World Tourism Organization, and specialized agencies such as the FBI. An inter-American network of tourism security experts was initiated, and they exchanged best practices in the training courses. • Over 200 public agents in 29 member states have been trained in security for major events. A national network of focal points was established, to promote an exchange of information and best practices, and a virtual tool was created (Knowledge Management System (KMS) for this exchange of information and knowledge among national focal points. A cooperation project with organizations in Qatar has been initiated. • Under the maritime security program, 13 ports were evaluated, and more than 7,900 government workers were trained on access controls, cargo control, inspection of containers, controls and security of passengers, maritime controls, contingency plans, and crisis management, in support of member states and their law enforcement personnel within port facilities. Another 302 immigration and customs officers were trained. • The travel documents security program has carried out 33 activities and trained 855 agents in document examination, identity management, and principles of comprehensive border management. INTERPOL statistics have confirmed the impact of the training provided by SMS/CICTE, resulting in a significant increase in participation and use of INTERPOL data bases by the agencies responsible for border control in member states.

  18. 5. Principal achievements in 2012-2013 (CICTE) • Six hundred agents were trained in airport security, during 18 national programs and 6 subregional courses on protection of airports in the area of security of passengers, cargo, and airport facilities, in accordance with ICAO international standards. • Under the Emerging Threats (Biosecurity) Program, four training exercises were carried out using drills and panels of international experts, where over 250 persons from four different countries were trained. Nine technical visits were conducted in support of the practical exercises in which best practices were shared, and seminars were given to more than 170 participants. • Under the Program on Legislative Assistance and Countering Financing of Terrorism, over 420 agents were trained during 13 technical assistance and training activities (on a national and subregional level), as well as nine activities organized by other partner organizations, which requested the Secretariat’s technical support. Support was provided for legislative processes involving measures to counter terrorism and its financing in four countries of the Hemisphere. • Under the program to implement United Nations Resolution 1540, over the past year the National Plan of Action of both Mexico and Colombia were developed and finalized, with the support of the CICTE Secretariat. In addition, stage II of the Mexican project for implementation of the plan began with the organization of two workshops for around 80 agents.

  19. 5. Principal achievements in 2012-2013 (CICAD) • Report on the Drug Problem in the Americas—a comprehensive, pioneering report mandated by the Summit presidents, which has opened a new dialogue on drug policy in the hemisphere. • Keeping drug users out of prison and under supervised treatment. The model of drug treatment courts expanded through five pilot projects in four Latin American countries, while five more member states are making preparations. The first class of students graduated from the program in 2013 in Trinidad and Tobago. • Completion of the first scientific handbook on monitoring and evaluation of drug treatment courts with a hemispheric approach. • Training and certification of drug treatment and prevention service providers (PROCCER) -- important advances in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, through the Federation of Latin American Therapeutic Communities (FLACT - 19 member states), and the Federation of Brazilian Therapeutic Communities (FEBRACT). • Strengthening of the scientific basis for policy development—expansion of drug information networks in Central America and the Caribbean. • Management of forfeited assets—expansion of comprehensive technical assistance (BIDAL) to five additional countries. • Management of new frontiers of the drug problem—expansion of training on internet sales and controls on chemical precursors. • Enhancing multilateral evaluation– compliance of member states with the 2011-2015 Plan of Action and Hemispheric Drug Strategy through the Sixth Round of the Multilateral Evaluation Mechanism. • Innovative management—use of the new professional exchange program to attract talented personnel in the area of drug control, in the rotation of the CICAD Executive Secretariat. • Close cooperation with the United Nations, the European Drug Observatory, and drug cooperation initiatives of the European Union in Latin America.

  20. 6. Principal lines of action for 2014 (CICTE) • Make headway towards the objective of comprehensive border management, by improving inter-institutional coordination and practices among entities responsible for maritime borders, airports, and land and virtual borders. • Consolidate progress made in cyber-security, and complete the establishment of cyber-incident response teams (CSIRTs), and develop national strategies in member states that do not yet have them. Contribute to preparing, training, and developing cooperation among member states to cope with emerging digital threats, and to information and communications technology, with a view to making the region a model in this area. •  Assist member states in increasing their capacity to prevent, cope with, and mitigate traditional and emerging threats to their critical infrastructure, and especially government institutions and key sectors for development, such as transportation, energy, finance, and communications, as well as security for tourism and its infrastructure. • Mobilize traditional and alternative financing needed to at least partially meet the growing demands for support and training by member states. • Obtain the support of the International Center for Sports Security and the Qatar government for a Hemispheric Conference on Sports Security. • Under the maritime security program, focus on security in the supply chain, comprehensive risk management, use of the APEC manual to implement practices and exercises, crisis management, and mechanisms for resilience and resumption of trade, in support of security and development.

  21. 6. Principal lines of action for 2014 (CICTE) • Evaluate the Authorized Economic Operator programs in support of security for the supply chain, create plans of action to develop these programs, and conduct technical assistance missions to support implementation of the plans of action, to facilitate an exchange of good practices both regionally and globally. • Create a virtual platform for agents responsible for issuance, control, and verification of identity and travel documents, meet the growing demand for training, and promote the importance of INTERPOL data bases, such as SLTD and DIAL-DOC. • Assist member states in preparing or updating national aviation security programs, in compliance with ICAO standards, and strengthen their capacity to identify risks presented by air passengers and cargo to aviation security, by using methods and techniques that do not require technology. • Expand training in tourism security, especially by preparing evaluations and security and crisis management plans, and by strengthening public-private networks, analyzing specific risks and threats, and training trainers. • Promote inter-regional cooperation to prevent, respond to, and mitigate incidents affecting biosecurity, and promote the creation of a permanent regional capability for linking knowledge, methodologies, information, and experiences. • Continue with the implementation of phase 2 of the program for implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1540 in Mexico and Colombia, and initiate phase 1 in Panama. • Pursue implementation of the anti-terrorist financing program, by providing assistance to develop or amend national legislation on anti-terrorism and build the capacity of criminal justice and police agents, as well as financial intelligence analysts, to conduct efficient investigations and trials.

  22. Principal lines of action for 2014 (DPS) • Based on the explanatory note under DPS programs and on the strategy created and expanded in 2013, the principal lines of action of DPS for 2013-2018 are presented below: • Prevention of Crime and Violence; Professionalization of Police Management; Reduction of Violence; and, Professionalization of Compilation, Analysis, and Dissemination of Information on Public Security (for further information: http://www.oas.org/dsp/downloads/dps_mandates/DPS_2013-2018_stragicPlan_summary.pdf) • For the immediate future, to ensure the successful implementation of the strategy, an effort will be made to strengthen the Department of Public Security in the area of financial resources, human resources, and technological resources. • Likewise, an emphasis will be placed on developing alliances between member states, the private sector, and civil society. • Finally, member states will be encouraged to examine the possibility of maintaining different political processes.

  23. 6. 2014 Lines of Action (CICAD) • Dialogue / follow-up on the “Declaration of Antigua” of the Report on the Drug Problem in the Americas. • Strengthening evidence-based public policies by preparing a new publication on drug use trends in the Americas. • Evaluate compliance of member states in implementing the Hemispheric Drug Strategy and Plan of Action: publication of reports for the sixth round of the Multilateral Evaluation Mechanism. • Intensify work on alternatives to imprisonment for drug-dependent offenders, by expanding the drug treatment courts initiative and research into other alternatives to imprisonment. • Begin or consolidate, as applicable, the discussion on policies for social reinsertion strategies (complete the First Manual on Social Reintegration for Policy Makers). • Support institution-building through technical assistance, updating and reviewing national drug plans, and drug-related legislation in member states. • Further professionalization and specialization in the area of drug prevention and treatment by training and certifying human resources and accrediting programs and institutions based on minimum quality standards. • Build the capacity of authorities involved in combating money laundering and related crimes; improve the effectiveness of international cooperation; and, develop systems of extinction of dominion. • Implement health-based initiatives in cooperation with the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO). • Further analyze and provide technical assistance for new challenges presented by synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances.

  24. 7. Proposal for reorienting OAS activities CICAD has comparative advantages, a history of achievements, minimal possibilities for duplication of efforts, and strong ties with member states in all six areas of interest: • Reduction of supply • Reduction of demand • Policy development / institution-building • Evidence-based drug policies (Observatory) • Multilateral Evaluation • Asset laundering

  25. Annexes • CICTE Programs and Subprograms • CICAD Programs and Subprograms • DPS Programs and Subprograms

  26. ANNEX A: SMS/CICTE Programs

  27. ANNEX B: SMS/CICAD Programs

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