International Organizations: Interpol

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We live in a global community. Events and circumstances that affect one nation or one people can cause change on a global scale. This series describes organizations that function at an international level. Some of them fall under the direction of the United Nations. Others work with and for the people of different nations by providing aid in time of need, helping solve crime that crosses borders, or bringing the full force of public opinion to bear on the actions of governments. These books reveal each organization's mission, primary documents, and activities as well as the structures that enable them to carry out their goals around the world.
Interpol. Before the police forces of the world formed Interpol, the International Criminal Police Organization, a police officer chasing a kidnapper, counterfeiter, or drug dealer had to stop at the border of his or her country. Now local police forces can ask Interpol to intervene when criminals cross international borders, perhaps to commit more crimes. Crime is a global problem, but thanks to Interpol's vast computer network and expert knowledge, law enforcement is also global.