Today, the Rector of Lviv State University of Internal Affairs Roman Blahuta and the Head of the National Social Service of Ukraine Vasyl Lutsyk have signed a cooperation agreement.

The document provides for the implementation of joint scientific and practical projects and programs, exchange of experience. They also agreed to develop and publish publications, informational and methodological materials on issues of public administration and public service, professional development of civil servants and local government officials. In addition, it is about developing proposals for the work of institutions under martial law.

Within the framework of the agreement, it is planned to hold an annual Summer Coaching School. Its goal is to implement modern training technologies and educational innovations in the field of professional training of civil servants. 

Employees, students and cadets of Lviv State University of Internal Affairs once again gathered in a cozy atmosphere to drink a cup of fragrant coffee and discuss science issues and its importance for young people.

LvSUIA Rector Roman Blahuta started the meeting.

"The university wishes students can realize their abilities, particularly in science. "Professors' Cafe" was created just for this purpose. Such a lively and relaxed way of communication which we have chosen is one of the best. It allows us to understand each other and freely offer our ideas," LvSUIA Rector noted.

University teachers became experts at the event. During six panel discussions, they discussed with students and cadets the topics of new dimensions of a safe educational environment, gender-sensitive science and the implementation of education in departmental universities.

They also shared their thoughts on what is needed to make science interesting and what is its main goal.

And at the end, they talked about who a scientific supervisor should be - a teacher, a friend or a controller.

The purpose of the "Professors' Cafe" is to attract young people's attention to science, interest them in new trends, and encourage them to do their own research.

The project was launched last year before Science Day. 

Meetings with EUAM representatives are ongoing at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs. Recently, the Mission's specialists have conducted classes for cadets on "Public Order".

Public Safety Coordinator Nuno Simoes, Senior Law Enforcement Advisor Michael Storm, and Advisor and Trainer on Public Order Magro Moros shared their practical experience.

The speakers talked about the purpose of the EU Advisory Mission and the history of its emergence after the Euromaidan events in 2014. They emphasized that the main function of the structure is to help Ukraine in the form of strategic consultations and practical trainings.

And after russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, EUAM specialists focused on conducting exercises to investigate international crimes committed by the invaders.

"Now we are focusing on how to improve the interaction between the police and the National Guard. We constantly conduct trainings on the protection of civil order, where we involve policemen and national guardsmen. We also train trainers to provide first aid," Magro Moros from Spain said.

EUAM representatives told the cadets about the international experience of public order protection. They discussed the purpose of the police service in a democratic society and the people's right to free assembly. In addition, the main provisions of the European Convention on Human Rights were considered. 

Lviv State University of Internal Affairs held a solemn academy of awarding employees and students for achievements in scientific activity. The event was held on the occasion of Science Day, which is celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May.

At the beginning of the event, Roman Blahuta, LvSUIA Rector, addressed the audience.

"We understand how important and necessary science is for society and the security of the state. After the start of a full-scale war, Ukrainian scholars proved that they were capable to defend the country under various conditions. They conducted lectures from the trenches and with weapons in hand, provided humanitarian aid, developed logistics, and made every effort to support our military. They showed that the development of education and science cannot be prevented by any difficulties," Roman Blahuta said.

The Rector the university awarded the participants of the traditional competition for the title "Best Scholar of LvSUIA" and "Best Department of LvSUIA" according to the results of scientific work".

We sincerely congratulate all the LvSUIA scholars on this achievement! We wish you good luck and success! 

BES employees presented the peculiarities of the activities of detective and analyst units, and also shared practical experience with young people.

Students of the Institute of Law visited the Bureau together with Oksana Horpyniuk, Associate Professor of the Department of Criminal Law Disciplines.

During the meeting, the future lawyers had the opportunity to communicate with a detective and an analyst of the Bureau of Economic Security. They also learned about the specifics of the investigation of certain criminal offenses investigated by the Bureau, got acquainted with the tasks, powers and directions of interaction in the field of economic security.

In order to understand the prospects of the future profession, young men and women were also told about the main criteria for conducting competitions for positions in the Bureau.

The meeting was held within the framework of the Memorandum on cooperation between the Territorial Administration of the Bureau of Economic Security in Lviv region and Lviv State University of Internal Affairs. 

Another meeting of the working group working on the draft of the new Criminal Code of Ukraine took place. The event was supported by the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) Ukraine.

The working group included representatives of the leading law schools of our country.

During the week, the team discussed the comments of Lithuanian, German and Ukrainian experts on the text of the CCU.

You can get acquainted with the draft Criminal Code at the link https://newcriminalcode.org.ua/ 

Future law enforcement officers - 2 year-study faculties №1 and №2, as well as master's students – joined the volunteer initiative.

Many of them do not become blood donors for the first time. After all, it is well understood that in times of war, such a need increases many times.

After donating blood, the students of the university tied red ribbons on the symbolic "Tree of Life", which was installed near the regional blood service center. This installation aims to draw the attention of passers-by to the problem of donation and to remind once again that even a drop of blood can save someone's life. 

For three days, a scientific and practical seminar for heads of investigative units investigating crimes in the field of transport was held at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs. The event was organized by the Main Investigative Department of the National Police.

During the training, they discussed the topic of introducing the latest technologies for the study of the technical condition of vehicles.

In addition, they raised the issue of imperfection of parts of the current legislation regarding the investigation of an accident. The participants also considered the problems that arise during the documentation of events in air and rail transport.

As a result of the seminar, the participants received certificates and thanks from the Main Investigation Department of the National Police. 

Yesterday, a scientific and practical seminar for heads of investigative units started at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs. The seminar on the investigation of crimes in the field of transport was organized by the Main Investigative Department of the National Police. The event will last for three days.

During the seminar, topical issues of introducing of the latest technologies in the study of material objects in criminal proceedings on road accidents will be considered. Participants will also be introduced to the possibilities of technical expertise.

In addition, they will discuss the peculiarities of organizing and conducting an inspection and seizure of physical evidence and recording trace information during events on air and rail transport. The participants will also touch upon problematic issues arising during consideration of criminal proceedings on road accidents in courts of first instance and appellate trial.

All these issues will be covered by leading experts in these areas, as well as specialists with practical experience. 

Within the framework of a working visit to Poland, Vasyl Franchuk, Head of the Department of International Education of Lviv State University of Internal Affairs, visited the University of Occupational Safety Management in Katowice.

He met with the Administration of the partner institution and got acquainted with the facilities of the forensic training ground. In addition, he received from his Polish colleagues a forensic suitcase for examining corpses, which was transferred to the Department of Criminal Procedure and Criminalistics of Faculty No. 1.

Vasyl Franchuk also agreed on the organization of online classes for LvSUIA cadets. It will refer to the Polish experience in using a forensic suitcase for examining corpses in crisis situations.

It should be noted that LvSUIA jointly with the University of Occupational Safety Management in Katowice implements the "Grants for Graduates" project. The initiative is funded by the Lane Kirkland Program and the Leaders of Change Charitable Foundation. 

Oleh Benkalovych, a sophomore at the Law Institute of the Lviv State University of Internal Affairs, won the first place in the All-Ukrainian WAKO kickboxing championship among students in the Low-Kick section.

The previous matches were held in the city of Brovary. And the finals are in the capital.

Oleg Benkalovich has been kickboxing since childhood. The young man constantly participates in international level competitions, is the winner of the Kickboxing World Cup and the winner of the European Junior Championship.

According to the student, at LvSUIA he manages to successfully combine studies and sports. 

A round table discussion on the protection of children's rights was held at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs.

The participants focused on the protection of children's rights under martial law. A safe educational environment and anti-bullying were also discussed. They outlined the problem of identifying facts of ill-treatment of children who are internally displaced persons.

In addition, they talked about social support and legal grounds for interrogating a minor during criminal proceedings, as well as protecting children from the consequences of war. 

A round table dedicated to this important topic was held at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs. The discussion concerned the development of the competences of the National Police employees, the peculiarities of professional and psychological training and patriotic education of law enforcement officers in modern conditions. In addition, it was about the implementation of educational programs taking into account the needs of stakeholders.

LvSUIA Vice Rector Vasyl Franchuk opened the event with a welcome speech. "War makes adjustments to our reality, it not only takes people's lives, but also tests psychological stability and a sense of patriotism. Now Ukrainian police officers work in emergency conditions, under which it is very difficult to perform professional functions. So today we faced several challenges. Firstly, identifing problems related to the development of police officers' competencies. Secondly, finding out what exactly should be changed in the psychological training and military-patriotic education of our recruits. I wish everyone a fruitful and lively discussion!" he emphasized.

The discussion was moderated by Danylo Yosyfovych, the Deputy Director of the Institute for the Training of Specialists for the National Police Units.

During the round table, the participants discussed the current requirements for the competences of the investigator, the formation of the ability to apply the norms of criminal law during the training of specialists for pre-trial investigation units. They also considered the peculiarities of training employees of operational divisions of the National Police to counter organized crime in wartime conditions.

The participants also touched on the topic of combating crimes related to human trafficking and Internet fraud.

The discussion also concerned the psychological aspects of law enforcement officers' readiness to ensure human rights and freedoms. It was also about the formation of psychological self-help skills. The participants also shared their opinions on the gender approach in the training of specialists for the units of the National Police of Ukraine.

The round table was attended by representatives of the Investigative Department of the Police in Lviv region, their colleagues from Criminal Investigation Department, migration police, the Department of Organizational Analytical Support, the Department of Preventive Activities and the Department of Combating Cybercrimes in Lviv Region, as well as the Public Organization "Women's Perspectives Center". 

This time, the representative of the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) Ukraine held a webinar on topic of illegal trafficking of firearms. Senior Adviser on Criminal Investigations Christian Lippmann was the speaker of the event.

Addressing the audience, he emphasized that such a problem as the illegal trafficking of firearms is common in the world. However, the highest rates are observed in the areas of armed conflicts. Therefore, the priority task for law enforcement officers is to regulate legal relations in this area and prevent such a phenomenon.

Ukraine's membership in the EU imposes on it a number of obligations, including the implementation of directives and other EUregulatory acts into national legislation. One of them concerns combating illegal trafficking of firearms. This document establishes standards for the handling of weapons and regulates issues of its issuance and accounting.

Christian Lippmann emphasized the importance of reducing the number of illegal and unregistered weapons in Ukraine. He also emphasized the need to teach gun owners how to handle them correctly. In addition, he focused on preventing cases of violence and strengthening the protection of vulnerable population groups.

According to the speaker, the key role in achieving these goals is played by the National Police, because it must prervent illegal trafficking of firearms and minimize the risks connected with its use. 

The relevant Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the Rector of Lviv State University of Internal Affairs Roman Blahuta.

Representatives of state authorities, local self-government, public organizations and institutions of higher education joined the coalition.

The participants of the Memorandum agreed on cooperation regarding the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 "Women, peace, security" in Lviv region, as well as the National Action Plan for its implementation.

"Due to such a coalition, we have the opportunity to combine our efforts to solve exactly those problems that are urgent in the Lviv region. After all, each region is special and this should be taken into account. In total, 14 such coalitions have already been created in Ukraine," the Head of NGO Center "Women's Perspectives", Regional Coordinator Liubov Maksymovych said.

She emphasized that the members of the Coalition "1325-Lviv region" will work together on the implementation of joint projects and initiatives and conduct information and educational activities.

The main activities of the coalition will be ensuring the women's participation in the peace process and the restoration of Ukraine, combating domestic and gender-based violence, protecting the rights and taking into account the needs of victims of war, as well as creating a barrier-free environment. 

What is community policing and why it is becoming increasingly popular – the Deputy Head of the Public Relations Department of Main Patrol Police in Lviv region Vira Protsiv said. She also presented successful projects that were implemented due to the cooperation of law enforcement officers and ordinary citizens.

During an online meeting with LvSUIA cadets, the police representative focused on principles that should be followed in order to effectively interact with the community.

She noted that police officers can communicate with residents not only during personal meetings, but also using modern platforms - chatbots or social networks. This helps to keep in touch with citizens and respond quickly to all appeals.

"Such cooperation should be aimed at preventing crimes and creating a safe environment," the patrol officer emphasized.

Vira Protsiv told about successful initiatives that were implemented due to the community policing principle. For example, the "School Police Officer" project, which was launched in 2016. Its participants were patrol officers who had undergone special training. School officers conducted classes in kindergartens, schools and other educational institutions. They talked about safety rules in different situations. Kids were taught to be careful on the streets, and high school students were advised how to avoid traps on the Internet.

Vira Protsiv also mentioned the joint projects that were created to combat the illegal trafficking of narcotic substances.

At the end of the meeting, she advised young law enforcement officers to build relations with the community on the basis of equality and partnership. 

A meeting of the commission on the personal distribution of cadets of graduate courses has been held at the university.

Soon, graduates of the university will continue their service in practical police units in 14 regions of Ukraine.

Most of the graduates will work in the police units in Lviv, Rivne, Volyn and Khmelnytskyi regions. Young men and women will also join the ranks of law enforcement officers in Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Transcarpathian, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Ternopil, Chernivtsi and Chernihiv regions.

LvSUIA graduates will work in units of pre-trial investigation, criminal police and preventive activities.

The commission on personal distribution under the chairmanship of the Head of the Main Police Department in Lviv region, Oleksandr Shliakhovskyi, included: Vice Rector of the university Maryan Hurkovskyi, the Head of the Personnel Support Department of the Police in Lviv region Roman Onysyk, the Deputy Director of the Institute for Training Specialists for National Police Units Danylo Yosifovych, head of the department the Head of the Personnel Support Department of LvSUIA Anatoliy Perepelytsia and the Heads of faculties.

Representatives of the Main Police Departments in the regions joined the event online.

Already next week, university graduates will receive their officers' epaulettes and bachelors' diplomas. 

Recruitment for courses on driver training of category "B" for people with disabilities with musculoskeletal disorders is announced at Lviv State University of Internal Affairs.

Such training will be conducted within the framework of the project of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine "Driving Schools for People with Disabilities", which is implemented according the National Strategy for creating a Barrier-Free Space in Ukraine and the initiative of the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska "Without Barriers".

The courses will include theoretical and practical training and will last 11 weeks in total.

The training will be conducted by experienced teachers on the basis of the Automobile Training Department of LvSUIA at the following address: Lviv, Kryvonosa Str., 1.

All conditions for a comfortable stay of people with disabilities are created here. There are ramps at the entrance, a separate bathroom, a special auditorium and training cars.

For detailed information on the courses, please call +38-067-924-04-24, +38-067-407-42-88, +38-067-670-25-80. 

Daryna studies at the university for the educational program "Law enforcement activities". She is a student of the Center of Postgraduate Education, Extra-Mural and Distance Learning.

The girl comes from Transcarpathia. Together with her brother, she applied to join the assault brigade of the National Police "Lyut".

They have already passed all stages of selection and are currently awaiting the decision of the police commission.

"My elder brother went to serve from the first days of the full-scale war. I am very proud of him and I want to be at least a little bit like him," Daryna said.

The Joint Assault Brigade "Lyut" is a paramilitary police unit of a new type. Its fighters are strong-willed and motivated warriors, ready to defend Ukraine and destroy the enemy on all fronts.

You can find information and submit a candidate's application form on the website

https://storm.mvs.gov.ua/

Hotline number is - 080-010-00-20.

Join it and turn your fury into a weapon

According to the information

of the Department of Communications

of the police in Transcarpathian region

The team of Lviv region included Mykhailo Dominiuk, Teacher of the Department of Special Physical Training of Faculty No. 2, Danylo Vyshynskyi, Master's Student of Faculty No. 1, Vasyl Slavytyak, Cadet of the same faculty, and Andriy Berezhniuk, First-year Student of Faculty No. 3.

The Championship of Ukraine in Kettlebell Sports took place within three days in the village of Polyanytsia in Ivano-Frankivsk region.

In the individual competition, Mykhailo Dominiuk won the third place among adults in the long cycle in the weight category over 95 kg and obtained a license to participate in the European Championship.

Danylo Vyshynskyi won silver in the long cycle and bronze in dueling competition among juniors in the weight category of 78 kg. In addition, the university cadet fulfilled the standards of Master of Sports of Ukraine.

Andriy Berezhniuk won two more medals. He was the third in the long cycle and in dueling competition among juniors in the weight category up to 85 kg.

The cadets of the university were prepared for the competition by the teachers of the Department of Special Physical Training, Mykola Kostovskyi and Mykhailo Dominiuk.

Congratulations to the athletes of LvSUIA on another achievement! We are proud of you and wish you new successes and victories!