‘Not on our watch’: Global law enforcement leaders unite in Poland against hate Approximately 130 police leaders from around the globe attended a historic initiative in Poland, coinciding with the March of the Living, to address the surge in antisemitism. The program focused on learning from the Holocaust, understanding the role of law enforcement in sustaining democratic values, and enhancing efforts to protect vulnerable communities. A new transnational agreement, ‘Not on Our Watch – The Democratic Policing Initiative,’ was formalized to improve threat detection and intelligence sharing across borders.

• Global police leaders convened in Kraków, Poland, for a unique initiative focused on combating rising antisemitism.
• The event was aligned with the March of the Living, which educates participants about the Holocaust and the lessons learned from it.
• The program included tours of Auschwitz and participation in the March of the Living, emphasizing remembrance and professional development for law enforcement.
• Key lessons highlighted include the dangers of dehumanization and the importance of early intervention against hate crimes.
• A new transnational initiative, ‘Not on Our Watch – The Democratic Policing Initiative,’ was launched through a memorandum of understanding to enhance threat detection and intelligence sharing.
• Survivors of antisemitic attacks shared their experiences, underscoring the urgency of the issue.
• The initiative aims to equip officers with a deeper understanding to better train their departments, support victims, and protect democratic values.