Continued terrorist attacks and the involvement of foreign fighters in Syria and Iraq have prompted a surge of interest among policymakers, law enforcement, journalists, and academics on both sides of the Atlantic on the topic of terrorist radicalization. Many of the factors that push or pull individuals toward radicalization are…
The comprehensive view of global extremist violence indicates that as long as we lack a sufficient understanding of why young people join radical groups, we lack the information of how to effectively prevent radicalization and curb extremist violence. It is evident that the development of preventative social and community-centered strategies…
The Earth Liberation Front (ELF) has carried out acts of political violence and ‘economic sabotage’ characterized by a pattern of behaviour reflecting tactical and targeting selections, communications strategies, and geographic location. The movement’s attacks typically focus on the destruction of property located in ‘soft targets’ associated with commercial and residential…
A consideration of terrorism as communication necessarily draws attention to the development of counter narratives as a strategy for interrupting the process by which individuals become radicalised towards violent extremism. As the Internet has become a critical medium for psychological warfare by terrorists, some attempts have been made to challenge…
The project is an initiative instigated by the Centre for Pakistan and Gulf Studies (CPGS) and reflects the CPGS core values of promoting global peace, security and harmony in the Pakistan and Gulf region through substantive academic and diplomatic contributions. Aims to innovate means to resolve radical extremism in Pakistan…
The Earth Liberation Front is a radical environmental movement that developed from the ideological factionalization of the British Earth First! movement of the 1990s. Its ideological underpinnings are based in deep ecology, anti-authoritarian anarchism highlighting a critique of capitalism, a commitment to non-violence, a collective defense of the Earth, and…
CEP is determined to end extremists’ misuse of social media platforms to spread terrorist propaganda, radicalize and recruit new members, and incite others to violence. CEP has launched a variety of initiatives to highlight the dangers of online extremist activities to counter this threat.
CEP maintains a database of extremist and terrorist leaders and operatives around the globe.
Families for Life is an independent, non-judgemental, and confidential counselling and support service specifically aimed at families or friends who have been affected by radicalisation. We work within the BACP (British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists) ethical framework for Good Practice in Psychotherapy and Counselling.
Built by the FBI in consultation with community leaders and other partners, this website uses a series of interactive materials to educate teens on the destructive nature of violent extremism and to encourage them to think critically about its messages and goals.
CPRLV helpline provides 24/7 access to free and confidential support and counselling throughout the province of Québec. Callers may openly discuss any questions or concerns they have and receive suggestions and advice regarding radicalization, with no police involvement.
Last week’s announcement by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of a revised list of awardees of the Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Grant Program generated many headlines about whose funding was revoked. Meanwhile, the most important storyline has been ignored: CVE lives! Pragmatists within the Trump administration and Congress have…
