Today, in the interim capital Aden, a specialized training course was launched on psychological and legal support in investigations related to cybercrimes, particularly electronic blackmail. The course targets officers of the Aden Security Administration and is being implemented as part of the project “Online Justice for Women in Yemen: Brave Women.”
The training is held from February 8 to 12, 2026, and is organized by the INSAF Center for Rights and Development with funding from the French Embassy in Yemen. It aims to enhance the capacities of security personnel in professionally and legally handling cybercrime cases, especially those targeting women and girls.
During the opening session, representatives of the INSAF Center for Rights and Development emphasized the importance of building the capacities of security cadres in digital investigation fields and in dealing with victims from a psychological and humanitarian perspective. This approach is intended to ensure appropriate protection and support for women exposed to electronic blackmail and other forms of online crimes.
The first day of the training was dedicated to discussing “An Introduction to Cyber and Digital Security in Support of Investigations,” where participants were introduced to the basics of the digital environment, patterns of cybercrimes, and the importance of data protection during investigation procedures.
Throughout the training days, participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the legal framework governing cybercrimes—especially electronic blackmail—along with investigation procedures, methods for collecting digital evidence, and mechanisms for dealing with victims of cybercrimes. The course will also cover techniques for providing initial psychological support and enhancing the integration of roles among security, legal, and community actors to ensure a comprehensive and effective response to such cases.
The training is attended by a number of male and female officers from the Aden Security Administration. The program seeks to improve the security response to cybercrime cases and to strengthen cooperation between security institutions and civil society in protecting women from digital violence.
This activity comes within the framework of the “Brave Women” project’s efforts to support women’s access to justice in Yemen, develop legal protection mechanisms, and enhance the role of law enforcement institutions in combating electronic blackmail and digital crimes.
At the conclusion of the opening session, participants expressed their appreciation for this qualitative initiative, affirming that such programs directly contribute to improving security performance, building a safer environment for women in the digital space, and strengthening public trust in law enforcement institutions.
