‘Charting the Horizon: Law Enforcement Leadership in the Next Era’
The Hague, The Netherlands
The 19th Pearls in Policing Conference will be hosted in The Hague, The Netherlands, from 6 – 9 June 2026 and is organised by Netherlands Police. The theme of the conference is ‘Charting the Horizon: Law Enforcement Leadership in the Next Era’.
During the Pearls Conference discussions will be based on the research conducted by the members of the International Action Learning Group (IALG), inspiring interactive sessions and peer to peer consultations. The annual conference is the culmination of a year of continuous learning undertaken by the IALG. This learning group will present its findings at the start of the conference. The assignment for the 2025-2026 IALG has been formulated by South Australia Police Police: ‘Charting the Horizon: Law Enforcement Leadership in the Next Era’
The assignment explores the future of law enforcement leadership, urging leaders to address both current and upcoming challenges with vision, integrity, and adaptability. It emphasizes the importance of values-based leadership, global collaboration, and the responsible use of emerging technologies to create a policing model that is ethical, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of communities and officers alike. The task calls for a rethinking of leadership strategies to ensure law enforcement remains effective, resilient, and prepared for the complexities of the future.
