The objective of the African Security Network is to promote democratically governed and effective security for the peoples of Africa and to enhance the capacity of African governments, security institutions, legislatures and civil society. ASSN has a wealth of experience and leadership in promoting democratic Security Sector Governance (SSG) and Security Sector Reform (SSR), with a broad and diverse membership of recognised professionals and academics.

The mission of the ACSRT is to conduct research and study on Terrorism and develop strategic policy and operational and training mechanisms within the context of International and Continental legal instruments to strengthen the capacity of the African Union and its Member States to prevent and combat terrorism in Africa.