Explainers

The EU is working on various fronts to improve its ability to respond to crises and to enhance its resilience to future challenges.

Fighting terrorism is a top priority for the EU. Member states work closely together to prevent terrorist attacks and ensure the security of citizens.

Cybercrime incurs great costs to society, companies and individuals. The EU is therefore working to combat criminal activity and support victims.

The EU and its member states work together to prevent and combat violence against women and girls, protect victims and punish offenders.

Find out more about the EU's works to combat human trafficking.

The EU protects individuals' personal data used by law enforcement authorities to prevent, investigate, detect or prosecute criminal offences.

Environmental crime is one of the world’s most profitable organised criminal activities, and has a major impact not only on the environment, but also on human health.

Read about the EU’s work tackling terrorism.

What is terrorist content online? Why are new rules necessary? Discover it in our infographic.

Although the main responsibility for addressing terrorism lies with member states, the EU has developed several tools to prevent radicalisation.