Kuban's 10,000 civic volunteers reshape public safety with Cossack patrols
More than 10,000 residents in Kuban are now taking an active role in public safety. These civic volunteers, including around 1,500 Cossacks, have helped police prevent crimes and identify offences. Their efforts come as local authorities push for stronger coordination between law enforcement and community groups. A recent meeting on public involvement in law and order was led by Yury Burlachko, Speaker of Krasnodar Region’s Legislative Assembly. The session highlighted the need for better teamwork between authorities, police, citizens, and public organisations. One key topic was improving cooperation between Cossack patrols and law enforcement, particularly in remote villages.
In 2025, civic volunteers in Kuban assisted police in stopping 33 crimes and identifying 5,618 administrative offences. Most public patrol members are aged between 36 and 50, working in public-sector jobs or in industry and agriculture. To strengthen these efforts, coordination headquarters for patrol units have now been set up in every municipality across Krasnodar Krai.
The region is preparing for its busy summer resort season while also looking ahead to parliamentary elections in autumn. A roundtable discussion on public involvement in maintaining order is expected soon in the State Duma. The expansion of civic patrols and Cossack involvement reflects a growing focus on community-based security. With new coordination centres in place, authorities aim to streamline cooperation between volunteers and law enforcement. These measures come as Krasnodar Krai prepares for both its peak tourist period and upcoming elections.
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