A non-profit organisation based in Germany that intervenes in security sector reforms with a particular focus on human rights and gender equality.
Essen, Germany
Joined November 2021
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🇨🇴👮♂️ Happy 135th Anniversary to the Policía Nacional de Colombia!
Yesterday, the Colombian National Police celebrated 135 years of service, dedication and commitment to public safety.
The GS-Foundation extends its warmest congratulations to the Policía Nacional de Colombia.
❤️ Small hearts, big impact! 💙💛
Through EQUALFORCE II, the GS-Foundation gave reflective hearts to police units from southern Ukraine, who shared them with local children.
✨ Beyond the smiles, they help keep children visible during dark winter days and blackouts.
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Every child deserves to feel safe at school. 💙💛
With GS Foundation's EQUALFORCE project, we've trained nearly 100 🇺🇦 police officers to better address bullying, online threats & crises, while strengthening cooperation between schools, police and communities.
#EUinUkraine
🇺🇦 Safer schools, stronger communities!
In Odesa, GS-Foundation’s EQUALFORCE project and EUAM Ukraine brought together police, authorities and education partners to strengthen cooperation and protect children.
🤝 Together for a safer future!
🇲🇩🇮🇪 A Moldovan delegation, accompanied by GS-Foundation experts, attended the Critical Control Rooms World Congress 2026 in Dublin.
🚨 The visit provided valuable insights into modern control room technologies and emergency response coordination.
🧠 4 Quiz Nights. 4 Venues. 1 Topic: Democracy! 🗳️
Join the GS-Foundation's Democracy Pub Quiz series in Essen!
📅 9, 12, 16 & 19 November
📍 Different venues across Essen
🎟️ Free entry!
🚀 Registration is now open! Scan the QR code on our flyer.
🌍🇺🇳 Today marks #UnitedNationsDay!
Since 1945, the UN has promoted peace, human rights & international cooperation.
At GS-Foundation, we support these values through our commitment to accountable, inclusive security institutions.
🤝 Together for lasting peace!
🇲🇩Strengthening gender-sensitive policing in Moldova!
👮♀️Predominantly female police participants actively explore gender bias, domestic violence and victim-centred responses through interactive training.
🤝From awareness to action!
🌍 GS-Foundation and Moldova’s Probation Inspectorate joined the 14th European Electronic Monitoring Conference through EQUALFORCE II. Risk assessment and a people-centred approach connect probation and police cooperation to strengthen victim protection.
🇩🇪🇲🇩 Honoured to join the German Embassy's German Unity Day celebrations in Chișinău!
Our EQUALFORCE team presented its work, exchanged ideas with German and Moldovan partners and received valuable recognition.
Thank you for the invitation! 🤝
❓ How can security sector reform contribute to lasting change and stronger institutions?
For our COO, Stefan Schwarz, sustainable security begins with cooperation, accountability and a clear focus on people’s needs.
🕊️ 2 October marks the International Day of Non-Violence.
A day to reflect on the importance of dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful approaches to conflict and change.
Find out more in our latest #GlobalDayFocus.
👮♀️🌍EQUALFORCE supported delegations from Moldova & Ukraine to participate in the 63rd IAWP Annual Training Conference.
International exchange strengthens networks, expertise & women’s leadership in policing – contributing to stronger institutions and safer communities.
👮♀️🌍 #MissionMonday
What is the IAWP – and why are international networks important for women in policing?
Our latest #MissionMonday takes a closer look.
Strengthening Moldova’s National Police: Preventing Crises and Combating Crime
📅 Project duration: 2024–2026
🤝 Commissioned by: German Federal Foreign Office
🇨🇱🇩🇪 The “Women in Leadership” seminar took place in Santiago de Chile, focusing on gender equality, diversity, career development and the exchange of experience between German and Chilean partners.
🌍 Today is the International Day of Peace.
In our latest #GlobalDayFocus, we take a closer look at this international day and its connection to our field of work.
🚁 Our CEO Michael Schemke delivered the opening remarks for the newly established civilian Drone Training Laboratory in Moldova, officially handed over by the GS-Foundation to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office.
🇲🇩Strengthening drone-piloting training capacity in Moldova:
On 17 September, GS-F experts conducted a refresher training for drone-piloting instructors from Moldova’s MIA and its subdivisions – putting the new Drone Training Laboratory in Chișinău to full use for the first time
🇨🇱 Happy Independence Day, Chile!
The GS-Foundation extends its warmest congratulations to the people of Chile and a future marked by peace and prosperity.
¡Felices fiestas patrias, Chile! 🇨🇱
🎶 Audio: Himno nacional de Chile (Source: educarchile.cl) CC Licence