The Witchcraft Accusation and Harmful Practices: Professional Responses and Operational Learning conference was held at Lancaster University on 22nd and 23rd June 2026. This two-day conference brought together police professionals, academics, policymakers, and other practitioners, to deepen understanding of emerging and established forms of witchcraft-related abuse, harmful practices, and associated safeguarding challenges. The conference was organised by the NPCC Hydrant Programme Witchcraft, Spirit Possession and Ritual Attacks (WSPRA) working group.