Commemorating 60 years of Australian Police Peacekeeping
This year marks 60 years since the first contingent of Australian police were deployed to Cyprus as part of United Nations peacekeeping efforts.
Since then, thousands of Australian police have deployed across the world, helping countries navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace. Often this is alongside policing colleagues from other counties as well as military/defence personnel.
Commemorative events
We’re commemorating these efforts over 60 years through several publications and events across the country. These include:
Service at Australian Peacekeeping Memorial on Anzac Parade followed by a luncheon at the National Gallery of Australia
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Whether you’re a current or former peacekeeper, family member of a current or former peacekeeper, or part of the policing and/or peacekeeping community more broadly, you‘re welcome to join us for at the commemorative events. If you are yet to receive your invitation to the national event please contact events@afp.gov.au.
Missions and contingents
Missions and contingents with Australian policing involvement and presence include:
Afghanistan
Bougainville (TMT / PMT)
Cambodia
Cyprus
East Timor | Timor-Leste
Haiti
Jordan
Liberia
Mauritius
Mozambique
Solomon Islands (RAMSI)
Solomon Islands (IPMT)
Somalia
South Sudan
Sudan
Thailand (UNBRO)
The role of police peacekeepers
Police peacekeepers reinforce and re-establish security through patrolling, community policing and other operational support. They also advise domestic police services, assist with capacity building, increase compliance with international human rights standards, and restore and promote public safety and the rule of law.
This is a diverse and intense experience for our peacekeepers – stories that should be memorialised, reflected upon and shared with generations to come.