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Deconstructing Violent Radicalization and Extremism: Towards an Anti-Oppressive Framework

The terms “violent radicalization” and “violent extremism” are deeply loaded concepts that invoke deep concerns about safety. Misconceptions about these issues can cause confusion among practitioners, while exacerbating harms to clients and communities through stereotypes, surveillance, and profiling. 

This e-learning course addresses these concerns and provides deeper insight into the complexities of this field:

  • Challenges common views of violent radicalization and extremism

  • Highlights biases and their impact on individuals and communities

  • Introduces an anti-oppressive framework for PVR/PVE

  • Reduces stigma and promotes inclusive practices with vulnerable populations

Course Details

Target Audience: This course is intended for practitioners at all experience levels engaged in primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of violent radicalization and extremism, as well as for students, researchers, and members of the general public

Objectives:

  • Module 1: Centering- Participants are invited to reflect on their position in society and its influence on their practice, recognize the challenges associated with preventing violent radicalization and extremism, and further develop existing skills and strategies.  

  • Module 2: Decentering- Participants are introduced to the foundational conceptsand approaches of PVR/PVE and invited to critically assess common misconceptions surrounding the field.

  • Module 3: Practice - Participants are introduced to anti-oppressive principles and promising practices and apply their learning through a practical scenario in a primary prevention context.

Duration: 3 hours 

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