Standardisation in crime prevention can be effective and fun

Preventing crime (including terrorism), incivilities and fear of crime asks for a partnership approach including several (very) different stakeholders. From local authorities and police to planners, designers, citizens and businesses. Stakeholders with different approaches, possibilities, budgets, and professional languages. Hence, a standardized process, agreement on principles and terminology/definitions is crucial. There are several standards on crime prevention products, but also on processes and principles (e.g. the new European standard CEN TS 14383-2:2022 available from every national standardization institute). Use of this type of standards (there are other/more standards on crime prevention available) will make (international) cooperation and partnerships more effective and efficient.

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