The KOBAN Stakeholder Workshop was held on 14–16 May 2025 in Poznan, Poland.

The three day event brought together police practitioners, project partners, and security experts from across Europe, the workshop created a space for open dialogue, critical reflection, and forward-thinking collaboration. From the outset, we focused on understanding the real-world needs of law enforcement and the communities they serve, grounding every conversation in practical challenges and lived experiences.

As the workshop progressed, we moved from context and needs analysis to exploring a wide range of potential solutions—both technological and non-technological. We examined which innovations hold real promise, identified capability gaps, and discussed which approaches are ready for piloting at the local level.

The discussions were dynamic, honest, and constructive—driven by the shared goal of ensuring that innovation in community policing is not abstract, but user-centered, scalable, and rooted in operational reality.

A big thank you to the Polish Platform for Homeland Security for their exceptional hosting and for fostering such a collaborative and productive atmosphere throughout the event.