Radicalisation
We research online ‘misogynist radicalisation’. Here’s what parents of boys should know
July 23, 2024VOX-Pol Blog post. ...
We Should Pay More Attention to the Role of Gender in Islamist Radicalization
July 16, 2024VOX-Pol Blog post. ...
Online Radicalization and Ways to Counteract its Impact
May 17, 2024This report presents the main theories and ways radical groups influence and attract individuals online, and the most common tools and strategies governments use to counter its impact. ...
Distinct patterns of incidental exposure to and active selection of radicalizing information indicate varying levels of support for violent extremism
May 16, 2024Exposure to radicalizing information has been associated with support for violent extremism. It is, however, unclear whether specific information use behavior, namely, a distinct pattern of incidental exposure (IE) to and active selection (AS) of radicalizing content, indicates stronger violent extremist attitudes and radical action intentions. Drawing on a representative general population sample (N = 1509) ...
The Role of Social Networks in Facilitating and Preventing Domestic Radicalization: What Research Sponsored by the National Institute of Justice Tells Us
May 16, 2024In 2012, the National Institute of Justice’s (NIJ) Domestic Radicalization to Terrorism program began funding research on issues related to domestic radicalization and terrorism in the United States. NIJ-sponsored research has addressed a variety of factors that can play a role in both facilitating and preventing domestic radicalization, including social networks. This report synthesizes findings ...