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In 2025 we wished for a

#SaferRegion

and to make it happen, we supported the destruction of over 3,400 small arms and light weapons, facilitated 11 regional processes, organized events with over 1,400 participants, trained more than 500 police officers, prosecutors, journalists and civil society representatives through 40+ trainings and workshops, we engaged with 18 women’s organizations, published 10+ knowledge products, donated over 2 million USD in specialized equipment, working closely with 8 jurisdictions in Southeast and East Europe.
Tracking armed violence trends
Behind every data on armed violence is a community affected. In 2025, SEESAC's Armed Violence Monitoring Platform continued to transform individual incidents into a regional evidence base that helps authorities foresee risks, respond effectively, and design effective policies and prevention measures.
SEESAC's Armed Violence Monitoring Platform continued to transform individual incidents into a regional evidence base that helps authorities foresee risks, respond effectively, and design effective policies and prevention measures.
Throughout the year, firearm incidents continued to be closely monitored across the region. By the time of reporting, over 3,300 firearm-related incidents had been recorded, with weapon seizures accounting for more than half of all cases, reflecting sustained preventive and enforcement efforts by law enforcement authorities.
Despite these actions, the human cost of firearms remains significant. More than 110 people lost their lives, over 300 were injured, and nearly 400 were threatened as a result of firearm use in 2025, underscoring the continued need for coordinated action, early prevention, and evidence-based policy responses.

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