Executive Secretariat of the Inter-American Committee against Terrorism (CICTE)

Executive Secretariat of CICTE (Inter-American Committee against Terrorism)

Alison August Treppel

Executive Secretary, CICTE

The CICTE Secretariat is the implementation body of the Inter-American Committee against Terrorism, which is tasked with supporting Member States in their efforts to prevent and counter-terrorism.

The CICTE Secretariat provides political and technical assistance to its Member States through different programs agreed upon in its annual Work Plan, such as: Cybersecurity, Border Controls, Financing of Terrorism, Prevention of the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Violent Extremism.

CICTE is part of the Secretariat of Multidimensional Security.

The Secretariat has among its main functions:

Provide technical and administrative support for CICTE sessions and maintain communication and coordination between sessions.
Provide technical assistance and training to Member States in response to their needs and requests.
Coordinate activities with other international, regional and subregional organizations.

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More Results

Highlighted Results

18 National cybersecurity strategies developed in Latin America and the Caribbean

4 national action plans developed to improve the implementation of UN Security Council resolution 1540 (2004)

Legislative assistance in the development of 9 national laws on money laundering and terrorist financing provided.

Almost 4,500 people trained in supply chain security through 29 training workshops.

More than 6,000 officials trained in the security in crowded spaces.

8 national maritime security strategies developed in Latin America and the Caribbean

Structure

Section for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

Assists Member States in preventing private actors from developing, acquiring, manufacturing, possessing, transporting, transferring, or using nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons, and their delivery systems,

Terrorism Prevention Section

Aims to strengthen Member States’ capabilities to prevent and counter terrorism by addressing risks and vulnerabilities, promoting the implementation of regional and international legal instruments, and strengthening multilateral cooperation mechanisms.

Cybersecurity Section

With more than 20 years of experience, CICTE’s Cybersecurity Section is the regional leader in providing assistance to member states of the Organization of American States (OAS) in the development of cybersecurity capabilities at the technical and public policy levels. Its initiatives and activities aim to ensure an open, secure and resilient cyberspace throughout the Western Hemisphere.

Border Management and the Protection of Vulnerable Targets Section

The Border Management and the Protection of Vulnerable Targets Section fosters collaboration between customs, immigration, and law enforcement authorities; vulnerabilities are addressed in high-risk areas such as aviation, seaports, global supply chains, and crowded spaces. Through partnerships with Member States and international donors, border resilience, information sharing, and sustainable economic growth are promoted.

More Projects

Highlighted Projects, Programs and Initiatives

Cybersecurity Program

This program is aiding the OAS member states to build technical and policy-level cybersecurity capacities.

Maritime and Port Security Program

The Program focuses on strengthening the protection and security capacities of OAS Member States - from the national level to the port level -

Supply Chain Security Program

The program focuses its efforts on a public-private partnership program, accepted worldwide as a best practice in terms of risk management and supply chain security, also to facilitating commerce.

Cargo and Container Security Program

The Cargo and Container Security Program seeks to strengthen the border security capacities of OAS Member States.

Security of Crowded Spaces Program

The program seeks to increase the professional and technical experience of public and private security officials in Member States related to crowded spaces.

UNSCR 1540 Implementation Program

The program provides assistance to countries in the Hemisphere that request it, to comply with their obligations on the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction to non-state agents.

Legislative Assistance and Counter Terrorism Financing Program

The Program provides technical assistance to Member States to develop and approve the necessary legislation to effectively counter terrorism and its financing.

Aviation Security Program

Seeks to strengthen the capacity of OAS Member States, particularly law enforcement and aviation security authorities, to identify, prevent and mitigate threats to civil aviation.

Inter-American Counter-Terrorism Network Program

24/7 Network that facilitates real time information sharing among Member States to prevent and counter-terrorism in the region.

Preventing Violent Extremism Program

There is a growing concern worldwide about the threat posed by violent extremism and, especially, violent extremism that could be conducive to terrorism.

More Publications

Highlighted Publications

English Español

April, 2025

National Cybersecurity Workforce Development Framework (Costa Rica)

English Español Português Français

September, 2023

Challenges and Strategies: Considerations on Ransomware Attacks in the Americas

This publication offers recommendations and reflections based on international best practices for dealing with a ransomware attack and its implications

Cybersecurity Education: Planning for the Future Through Workforce Development

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September, 2020

Cybersecurity Education: Planning for the Future Through Workforce Development

The document presents an educational approach to combat it, promoting solutions to include aspects of cybersecurity at all levels of training and education.

Verification and Compliance Manual for Port Security Officials

English Español

December, 2021

Verification and Compliance Manual for Port Security Officials

This Drafting Guide helps OAS Member States' Designated Authorities create a customizable template to align with their unique regulations and processes.

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English

June, 2022

National Cybersecurity Strategies: Lessons Learned and Reflections from the Americas and Other Regions

This document is structured in five parts that address the key considerations relevant for the process of NCS development, implementation, and review.