Think tank

Centre for European Security Studies

CESS

CESS is an independent institute for research and training, based in Groningen, the Netherlands. CESS seeks to advance political development, democracy, human rights and in particular security, by helping governments and civil society face their respective challenges. CESS is an international, multidisciplinary and inclusive institute. Its work is part of the European quest for stability and prosperity, both within and outside Europe. CESS encourages informed debate, empowers individuals, fosters mutual understanding on matters of governance, and promotes democratic structures and processes.

Contact details

Website:: www.cess.org
Address:: Lutkenieuwstraat 31a, 9712 AW Groningen, the Netherlands
Country:: Netherlands
Sub-region:: Western Europe

Areas of focus

Topics of research

Defence/Peace/Security Governance/Transparency International affairs/Development

Geographics of focus

Europe and Central Asia

Operating languages

English

Organisation details

Business model

Non-profit

Institutional affiliations

Independent

Founded by

Founders: P.M.E. Volten
Founder gender: All male

Leadership

Leader(s) (2020): M. Hartog
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2019): M. Hartog
Leader gender: Male

Staff size

2019