This report presents the findings of a pilot demonstration project of the Center on Global Counter Terrorism Cooperation (CGCC) titled “Assessing Community Attitudes Towards Violent Extremism and the Impact of International Prevention Programming,” undertaken in Kenya and Somaliland. In accordance with the core objectives of the project, this report offers insight into understanding:, • How local community members perceive relevant international actors and their interventions in coastal Kenya and Somaliland,, • How these community members perceive the extent and impact of violent extremism, • How relevant international actors are contributing or can best contribute to context-sensitive CVE programming in partnership with local communities.