The alumni forums were a great opportunity for RTC alumni to meet with course mates and other alumni from different courses organized by the RTC. To view and register for upcoming alumni events, …
There is a plethora of resources available to you via the ILEA alumni portal including access to relevant resources from U.S. agencies that could help enhance your investigative skills. Access the …
Globally, the month of March marks Women’s History Month, with March 8 observed as International Women’s Day (IWD). The world takes this time to celebrate the contributions of women to global …
Ever heard of data breach? Do you have an idea of its implications to you and/or your organization? As law enforcement professionals, it is important to have some background knowledge of what this …
As law enforcement professionals, it is important to stay up to date with events around the globe. This month, we have gathered a few news articles that you may find interesting and relevant to your …
We started off the year with one goal in mind: making up for lost training opportunities and taking advantage of our virtual resources to bring you as many courses as possible. Here’s what we have …
We love to highlight the efforts of our alumni and celebrate successes in their law enforcement careers. Over the past few weeks, we received feedback from alumni who have recently received …
If you have not already heard about the ILEA Alumni Portal, then we have big news for you. On ILEA Day, April 21, a new platform to connect, share ideas, discuss trends in law enforcement, and keep …
The beginning of a new year is the time when many individuals set goals for themselves. It is easy to feel motivated and hopeful when we set these goals, but statistics show that only 8% of people …
Leadership is a career long journey of self-discovery, responsibility and learning from others. Leaders play a significant role in shaping the orientation of every law enforcement agency. …
Congratulations – we made it to the end of 2020!! 2020 has been a very challenging year for most people but we are happy that despite the prevailing conditions of COVID-19, we have still been able to …
On the final day of every training week, there is a recurring comment that appears in every participant evaluation, worded differently in each, that expresses the desire to return to the RTC and …
If we are asked to think on words that describe how we feel, going into 2021, these words come to mind: Hopeful. Expectant. COVID-free. We are sure everyone is ready to leave 2020 in the past and …
Alumni feedback on the impact of the RTC training received validates the importance of our mission at the RTC. During our alumni outreach calls, we connected with an alumnus from Liberia - Mr. …
Over the past couple of months, the RTC has been bustling with lots of virtual activities. The RTC hosted a series of webinars on Cybercrime and Anti-corruption for investigators and prosecutors …
2020 is shaping up to be a busy year for African elections, and when it comes to election security, you can never be too prepared. Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Niger are heading to the polls in the …
At the RTC, we are always excited to hear from our alumni about how they have put their RTC training to use. This month, we contacted one of our alumni from Cote d’Ivoire who shared with us how he …
In an election season, the role of law enforcement is critical to the overall safety and security of our communities. We reached out to alumni from Ghana Police, Immigration and National Security who …
At the RTC we love highlighting the successes of our alumni. Over the past few months, we have received great feedback from alumni about how the RTC training attended has positively impacted their …
In this month’s newsletter, we are happy to highlight the efforts of one of our alumna from Cote d’Ivoire. She attended the Leadership for Women in Law Enforcement course in 2017 and she was happy to …
Participants have often described RTC trainings using these 3 words – Educative, Hands-on and Interesting. We love training weeks at the RTC. Working with different facilitating agencies and meeting …
Six months have passed by so quickly. At the beginning of 2020, many of us set goals with hopes of achieving them as the year progresses. For some, it appears there is very little achievement to show, …
Each year, the U.S. Department of State, releases a Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report, highlighting TIP data in countries around the world. The report looks at trends in anti-trafficking efforts …
In the month of May we received feedback from an alumna in Nigeria, who shared her experience on how the Executive Leadership and Major Case Management course in December 2018 has impacted her …
Although women are historically less likely to seek careers in law enforcement, the women in the field always boast of the thrill that comes with their job and the fulfillment they get when they …
Dear RTC Alumni,
I find it necessary to reach out to you in these trying times. With the onset of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, all the world’s systems were put to the test, including law …
At the RTC we love highlighting the efforts of women in law enforcement. During the Advanced Narcotics course in March 2020, we talked to three female participants about how they stay relevant in a …
So much time can be wasted perusing through articles, trying to figure out what is worthwhile to read. The RTC team has compiled a few for your reading pleasure this month grouped under the following …
We find ourselves in an evolving crisis situation. While everyone is trying to stay at home and observe social distancing guidelines, law enforcement officers are still out there working hard to …
As in any profession, most law enforcement executives are equipped with the relevant knowledge, skills, resources and tools to be successful leaders. Whether on-the-line or executive leaders, law …
As we celebrate Women’s History month, we congratulate all RTC women in law enforcement and all female officers out there. We strongly applaud your dedication, courage and commitment to making a …
We are happy to bring you the final part of our interview with our Program Officer. In this read out, Miss Mitchell shares with us how the RTC program has evolved to meet regional demands and …
As the novel coronavirus spreads, law enforcement officers around the world continue to do their part in keeping the world safe. The RTC thanks you for your continued service to our global community …
The RTC facilitated a Wildlife Trafficking Investigators program for 30 participants representing Ghana, Liberia, Benin, Cote d’Ivoire and Nigeria. We welcomed back to the RTC- Mr. Danladi the alumni …
Last month, we hosted instructors from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) for a Community Policing course. Policing strategies shared by the instructor team greatly motivated …
Curious about the RTC and our strategic direction? Good news! Last year, we received a visit from INL and we were introduced to Miss Mitchell – the new RTC program officer. She was happy to respond …
Dear alumni and partners of the RTC,
Happy New Year to you all! Now that we are a few days into the New Year, it’s good to look ahead and think about what this year may bring us. But first, let’s …
The start of a new year often brings new resolutions. However, setting resolutions is about more than the wish you made as the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve. Following through with your …
We started the New Year on a very positive note. Last week, we had a surprise visit from 2 alumni from the Ghana Police Service (GPS) who walked in saying “hello Esther and Collins, we have a success …
Welcome to our final newsletter for 2019. We hope we have kept you updated on our latest news and provided you with resources that are applicable to your jobs. Here at the RTC, we have certainly …
Another year has quickly passed, and it is with great pride that we can reflect on the many achievements of the West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC). In 2019, the RTC hosted a total of 36 on- …
It’s only a few days until the New Year and there is already a lot of exciting things to look forward to. The 2020 calendar year is filling up quickly with lots of training activities and events. We …
Looking for a place buzzing with activity and great personalities? Welcome to the Regional Training Center! In this last quarter, we have had a lot of high-level guests visit the center. Let’s see …
The RTC definitely has great alumni and every month we receive amazing testimonials on how the RTC training is impactful to their careers. We always love to keep track of what happens after an RTC …
Financial crime in developing countries, particularly Africa, is on the rise undermining gains in economic growth and negatively affecting development.
The Financial Crimes Investigation Course was …
In August, The RTC was pleased to host a Formed Police Unit (FPU) Performance Workshop, led by the United Nations. Mr. Ata, from the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations led various …
INL’s Office of Africa and Middle East Programs hosted its second Alumni Event at the RTC this month. The workshop served as an avenue for discussing best practices and sharing success stories which …
This month, we have curated a list of articles and resources that may be useful to our RTC Alumni Network.
ENACT, which is implemented by the Institute for Security Studies and INTERPOL, in …
It’s been an amazing training year at the RTCso far. The past few months have been extremely busy coordinating multiple courses and workshops with the goal of building capacity for law enforcement. …
In the latter part of June, the RTC hosted participants from Ghana, Cabo Verde, Liberia and Guinea Bissau for a Public Corruption training. It was great to welcome back an alumnus from Ghana who had …
Earlier this month, the RTC hosted the same group of thirty-six law enforcement professionals from Burkina Faso, Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo for their sixth time together. Nicknamed the “Cyber Cohort,” …
Last month, the RTC team visited the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) in Gaborone, Botswana for a professional exchange program to establish partnership with ILEA staff. ILEA Directors …
I love training weeks at the RTC. I love how the otherwise dull, grey rooms come to life with people of diverse races and cultures. Before you speak to the next person beside you in the cafeteria, …
From lectures discussing drones and the Dark Web, to exercises involving digital forensic tools and applications, many RTC trainings focus on technology’s role in transforming the world of …
The RTC team, led by the Director, traveled to Abuja, Nigeria, to host our first ever alumni event! It was exciting to receive numerous phone calls and text messages from alumni expressing great …
Over the past two months, the RTC has successfully run five (5) different courses on Narcotics, Leadership, Border Management, Airport Interdiction and Law Enforcement Techniques. We were …
In today’s complex world of crime, violence and stress, law enforcement officers are ever more exposed to toxic situations that may adversely affect their bodies and minds, their relationships with …
Strolling into my favorite coffee shop in Accra, I hear someone call out my name- “Ms. Esther?” I turn around and it’s an RTC alumnus. We take a few minutes to chat about the RTC, training, their law …
Upcoming Alumni Event in Abuja
Are you an RTC alumnus based in Abuja? Will you be interested in attending an Alumni event? The RTC plans to host its maiden alumni event in Abuja next month. This …
Our favorite newsletter segment is our Success Story corner- we love hearing success stories which show the added value of our training, on your law enforcement careers. This month, we’d like to …
Last month the RTC hosted participants from Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria for a Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Small Arms Trafficking course. It was a pleasure to host instructors from the Bureau of …
At the end of the “Managing Violent Extremists in Prisons’’ course, we engaged one of the Ghanaian participants who had previously attended training in 2016. He works with the Ghana Prisons Service …
As radicalization to violent extremism continues to occur in prison settings, it is important for all actors in the criminal justice system to understand WHY prisons may encourage this progression …
The year’s end always brings with it a tremendous sense of accomplishment. Twelve months have passed quickly. The RTC program keeps expanding its training opportunities and course offerings each year. …
It has been a great pleasure keeping you updated on the RTC and sending along useful information for your careers. We appreciate everyone who took time to read and give us feedback on all our efforts. …
This month, we received an email from an alumna who attended the “Leadership for Women in Law Enforcement Training Program” in December 2017. Madam Henrietta works with the Ghana Immigration Service …
October was a fairly busy month at the RTC. We successfully ran four different trainings ranging from investigative to leadership themes which presented novel experiences for the RTC team.
The first …
Last month, the RTC team, led by the Director embarked on a trip to Abuja, Nigeria. Part of the RTC’s mission is to provide a mechanism to continuously build law enforcement networks to combat …
The West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC) definitely has great alumni and instructors. During the recent Advanced Narcotics Investigations Course, we were privileged to welcome back to the RTC, …
RTC Director (left) with Ms Snyder (middle) and Mr. Felker (right)
This month, the RTC was privileged to host the Office Director from the U.S. Department of State Bureau of International …
We appreciate our alumni who give us great feedback on our newsletters. If you would like us to feature an article from a specific law enforcement domain, please email us at info@westafricartc.org. …
This month’s newsletter is dedicated to the women of law enforcement in recognition of their hard work and dedicated support in ensuring the safety and security in our societies. The RTC would …
This month’s newsletter features an informative article on how to stay safe while on duty. Please bear in mind that the RTC shares such articles for the sole purpose of informing and enlightening our …
RTC Facilitates Delivery of High Level Seminar on Formed Police Unit (FPU) Deployments
Group photo of participants, speakers and seminar moderators
The West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC) …
Over the years, the RTC has had the pleasure of facilitating tailor-made training to a wide variety of law enforcement and criminal justice professionals. It always gives us great joy to know that …
The New Year is here and many people will make resolutions that while verbalized, never gain traction. Let us resolve to start off 2018 with commitments that will set the foundation for the years to …
The RTC program continues to expand its program offerings and training opportunities. We are proud to have successfully coordinated over twenty eight (28) courses with instructor teams from over ten ( …
The RTC was privileged to host senior officials from the United States Government and the Government of Ghana to engage in a high level consultation on the U.S.-Ghana Child Protection Compact (CPC) …
Officer Opoku during an Equipment Training session in 2016
My name is Officer Opoku and I work with the Narcotics Control Board-Ghana. As a Principal Narcotics Desk Officer (PNDO), my duties …
It’s refreshing to know that participants are taking practical steps to adopt the concept of community policing as a strategic tool to combat violent extremism. This month we are happy to feature Mr. …
Mr. Nightingale at the RTC during the CVE Community Policing Course
We are pleased to feature one of INL’s Program Officers to the RTC Program - Mr. Nightingale. It was a pleasure to host him …
It is always great to host different law enforcement agencies across West Africa for trainings geared towards enhancing the criminal justice sector in Africa. One advantage is that we get to draw …
PRE –ARREST INVESTIGATION
Mr. Mawusi, an RTC Alumnus
There is urgent need for law enforcement agencies to begin conducting thorough investigation prior to arresting suspects or perpetrators of …
Group Picture of RTC Programme Director, CTP Programme Managers and Instructor Team
The West Africa Regional Center (RTC) facilitated a one week Interviewing and Interrogation Techniques Course in …
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) established the West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC) to advance the U.S. government’s goal of dismantling transnational …
The Role of Law Enforcement Agencies in Combating Trafficking in Persons
Trafficking in persons remains a menace all over the world. Research has proven that it is the fastest growing criminal …
Mr. Moore ( left ) with officials from the embassy
The RTC’s work is supported by numerous US. Government officials, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the success of our training …
This month’s newsletter features an informative article on the rise of anonymous sales of synthetic opioids through the dark web. Please bear in mind that the RTC shares such articles for the sole …
It brings us great fulfillment when we receive feedback from our alumni outreach network. This proves to us that our efforts to build a solid alumni network to facilitate collaboration and …
Officiating Guests present during the Grand Opening
Thus far, the RTC program has successfully evolved to provide training to empower law enforcement officers with adequate knowledge and skills …
Public Corruption
Corruption is mostly understood to be anything that is morally unacceptable in a given community. This concept covers a wide range of activities including misuse of power and …
The RTC believes that one of the ways to improve international security is to combat violent extremism. Last month, The RTC hosted the FBI for a countering violent extremism course with the focus on …
The Need to Protect Women in Our Society
It is a general perception that anybody can be a victim of abuse, but those who suffer the most are women and children. Over the years, some gender activists …
We appreciate all the interesting success stories and articles that are sent to us. Keep them coming! You can share your experience with the RTC via info@westafricartc.org. This month, we are happy …
The general public and law enforcement agencies are two sides of the same coin. By this we mean that both entities work hand-in-hand to make the society a safe place to live. Compared to other …
Mr. Nevins- Lead Instructor during the CVE – Threat Finance Course
This month we are privileged to feature one of RTC’s most famous and seasoned instructors, Todd Nevins. Todd is one of the very …
This month, we are happy to feature an article written by Dr. Michael Schlosser, the Director of the University of Illinois Police Training Institute. Please keep in mind that all these ideas are …
Unlike the usual trend of featuring an alumnus for this segment, this month we are happy to feature a phenomenal Instructor whose approach to teaching and learning differed from many. Miss Yousaf …
Creating Common Conditions for the Respect of Human Right.
In order to address the concerns of global issues from the viewpoint of oneness of humanity and a deep understanding into the …
Madam Quaye at the Premier Alumni Network Event
We hope you are all progressing in your various law enforcement careers and making applicable use of the RTC knowledge and experience gained during …
Security Alert: Cyber Fraud on the Rampage
This month, we are proud to feature an article on cyber fraud submitted by an Alumnus of the RTC - Mr. Annan, from the Ghana Prisons Service Headquarters. …
Ghana, as a democratic country, has over the years gone to the polls to elect presidents for the country and parliamentarians for the various constituencies. Election processes in Ghana has seen …
Participants who attend trainings at the RTC always leave with big smiles. The month of August was no exception. Participants appreciated all the training deliveries this month. They applauded the …
In this month’s RTC Buzz, we’ll share another story, written by one of our participants from the Office of Professional Responsibility Course (OPR). Mr. Diawara is an Examining Magistrate and a …
Sarah, presenting RTC Alumni Network Outreach Programs to a graduating class
“Thank you for all you do for Africa.”
About a month ago, I received the powerful message above from an RTC alumnus, …
In February 2016, the RTC successfully delivered a Fundamental Investigative Criminal Analysis Course (FICA) to participants representing eight West African countries (Benin, Cape Verde, Cote D’ …
Our guest writer this month is an RTC Alumnus, from our Trafficking in Persons course. Moses is from Nigeria and is a Certified Trainer & Senior Intelligence Officer with the National Agency for the …
We see a lot of great personalities come through the center week after week sharing endless experiences from their jobs. In one of our recent classes, one Nigerian participant recounted a story from …
Joining the RTC family this year is Hayward Lampley who will be steering affairs at the RTC. Mr. Lampley is a retired law enforcement agent from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with …
If ever anyone thought that Law Enforcement personnel are boring, I am here to correct that notion. Week after week, we come into contact with brilliant people who share experiences from their …
In the month of February, the RTC hosted delegates from eight West African countries, for the INL funded, Fundamental Investigative Criminal Analysis course. This course is the first part of a three …
This month, we would like to feature a story based on a real-life successful Maritime Operation that demonstrates the value of international cooperation in fighting transnational organized crime. The …
In December last year, the RTC hosted a course on The Role of the Judiciary in a Democratic Society, for Francophone judges. One of our judges from Guinea wrote an extensive report on the course that …
Our first AFRICOM funded course, set the ball rolling for the month of February.
The course was delivered by experienced agents who retired from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and one of …
The RTC is preparing for the New Year and we are in the process of making a few positive changes.
Some of these changes refer to our communication strategies, especially in our efforts to engage …
There is indeed never a dull moment at the RTC and we are currently gearing up for the new training year. In our bid to improve upon our courses and operations as a training center, the RTC engaged …
This month, the RTC was privileged to host John Koogler and Neal Nightingale- ILEA Team Leader and Program Officer from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law …
We are happy to help showcase you as a global thought leader in your field of expertise.
We encourage RTC alumni to submit content to our newsletter on any relevant law enforcement topic. This helps …
RTC hosts IOM!
This September newsletter is actually dedicated to the Trafficking in Persons course, delivered by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) during the first week of August. …
In the first week of this month, the RTC was privileged to host young, enthusiastic law enforcement officials from Ghana for the AFRICOM-sponsored course titled “International Passenger Interdiction …
A new fellow fufu fan!
This month, I would like to introduce Ms. Cassandra (Cassie) Hardin- one of our new Project Managers joining the RTC this year (points for gender balance!). Cassie visited the …
The West Africa Regional Training Center definitely has great alumni and instructors.
Every month, we receive amazing testimonials on how the RTC training has been beneficial to the success of their …
Last week’s flooding and explosion situation in Ghana made me pause for a second to think about our law enforcement personnel, who are working round the clock to ensure that we are all safe and sound. …
I love pilot courses because they present new, exciting opportunities for the RTC.
This month we’re privileged to feature an article written by a judicial instructor from our first-ever specialized …
Elections are crucial to the success of every democracy and the importance of voting cannot be overemphasized.
2015 is a year of elections for many African countries. As our Nigerian neighbors …
The West Africa Regional Training Center is committed to the sharing of knowledge.
RTC “Project Go-Kit”
In our efforts to make our courses accessible to people who cannot physically attend …
We love hearing about successful operations from our Alumni.
Not only are they a validation of how beneficial our courses are, but other alumni who hear about these stories are also able to learn …
It is often said that learning is a lifelong activity.
This is especially true for us in the law enforcement domain. As it is impossible to have all our alumni at the RTC all year long, we encourage …
During the month of January, we will conduct surveys of RTC participants from Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, and Senegal.
We will be contacting you about every course you have attended at the RTC, and we …
The United Nations has slated the 9th of December each year as the International Anti-Corruption Day. In this era, the importance of the global fight against corruption cannot be overemphasized. Each …
RTC Alumni:
Coursera.org, an online education platform that partners with top universities and organizations worldwide to offer free online courses, is now offering a Forensic Accounting and Fraud …
We ♥ user generated content.
Why you should submit content to the RTC:
To showcase law enforcement successes and community outreach in your country.
To praise law enforcement efforts on …
The RTC is currently developing a new course called "Advanced Controlled Delivery Techniques," which is intended to put skills learned in the "Employing Special Techniques in Transnational Organized …
Health Workers in Guinea Work Diligently to Assist Local People (Photo Credit: AFP)
Update: Due to the current Ebola crisis in West Africa, the RTC has been advised by the U.S. Department of State …
Source: US Embassy Accra, 02 Jul 14
Good evening everyone. Welcome - Akwaaba - and thank you for joining us. We are here tonight to celebrate U.S. Independence Day. That is the day Americans …
Her Ladyship, Chief Justice Georgina Wood Honorable Justices from the sub-region RTC staff, instructors Ladies and Gentlemen…
Good morning. On behalf of the United States of America, I’d like to …
Source: US Embassy Accra, 24 Mar 14
Participants engage in a practical exercise at the Port of Tema, Ghana
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, …
The White House Office of the Press Secretary Press Release June 27, 2013
The United States strongly supports the great strides many African countries have made to ensure good governance, rule …
U.S. Embassy Accra Press Release February 12, 2013
Deputy Chief of Mission Pat Alsup along with National Security Coordinator Lt. Col. Larry Gbevlo-Lartey addressed trainees as they completed …