From its inception in 2002, SEESAC has been working to strengthen the capacities of national and regional stakeholders to control and reduce the proliferation and misuse of small arms and light weapons, contributing to enhanced stability, security and development in South-Eastern and Eastern Europe. The scope of work has expanded to include the advancement of gender equality in the security sector reform, contributing to the Women, Peace and Security agenda. SEESAC has been supporting governments in developing a number of signature solutions rooted in strong partnerships, local ownership and regional coordination, thus contributing to standardization of approaches and positioning the region among the global leaders in SALW control. Several of these solutions are now being replicated by other regions of the world, such as the Caribbean and the European Union.
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