Radicalization, Terrorism, and Countering Extremism: Theory and Practice: Kenneth Christie: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Radicalization, Terrorism, and Countering Extremism

Theory and Practice

Radicalization, Terrorism, and Countering Extremism

Theory and Practice

Description

This book examines the twin phenomena of radicalization and de-radicalization in a global context of political extremism and violent conflict, focusing on the approaches of governments in how they use counterterrorism to respond to radicalization and extremism. By using case studies and comparative analysis, the authors’ analysis of both Western and non-Western examples focuses on both theoretical components and practical aspects of the deradicalization process. Subjects covered include the historical context, the contemporary situation, and case studies that illustrate these aspects in different countries and across borders. The conclusions drawn also provide readers with examples of the potential solutions that states have adopted to mitigate the threats and reintegrate extreme militants into society and create a more stable world in which violent conflict is lessened.

Chapter One. Laying the Groundwork of Radicalization/ De-Radicalization
Introduction
The Problem with Radicalization and De-Radicalization
Why Now? Why Have Radicalization and De-Radicalization Become Such Important Subjects?
Canada: Salience of the Radicalization/Extreme Behaviour
Books
Terrorism and Radicalism as a Global Condition
Context
The Terrorism and Jihad Nexus
The Global Pandemic and Radicalization/De-Radicalization
Conclusion
Chapter Two. Return to History
Introduction
Terrorism and Radicalism in Historical Context
Modernity and Terrorism
Waves of Terrorism and Radicalization
Ending Empire
Post-World War II-1945-1990: The Cold War
Post-Cold War from 1990 to 2001
1990 to 2001: The Threats Following the End of the Cold War
2001- Present the War on Terrorism and its Implications
Globalization and the New Terror
Terrorism as a Global Condition
The Effects
The Past
Conclusion
Chapter Three. Micro and Macro Level Theories: Radicalization and De-Radicalization
Introduction
The Role of Human Security
What Causes Radicalization?
Motivation
Who are They?
De-Radicalization
Radicalizing Women: The Gender Dimension
Conclusion
Chapter Four. Response to Radicalization: State Interventions and Different Models
Introduction
Different Responses to Radicalization and Political Extremism
State-Sponsored Approaches
Impact on Communities, Effectiveness and Limitations
Conclusion
Chapter Five. Review of the Responses to Radicalization Success and Failures: A Focus on Community-Based Deradicalization Approach
Introduction
Programs Review Process and Data Collection
From Securitization to Soft Strategies: Dealing with Deradicalization and Disengagement
Programs Success and Failures
Deradicalization and Disengagement Programs Evaluation
Results
Community-Based Programs Through Two Case Studies
Conclusion
Chapter Six. Human Rights, Human Security and Deradicalization: A Balance for Success
Introduction
Human Rights and Human Security: Contributing Factors and Implications
Programs Short-Comings and Contradiction of Human Rights
Closing Remarks
Bibliography
About the Authors

Product details

Published	Jan 15 2024
Format	Ebook (PDF)
Edition	1st
Extent	180
ISBN	9798216329961
Imprint	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Illustrations	1 BW Illustration, 2 Tables
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing

A timely book that delves into one of the most complex issues of today and does so using a comparative analysis that will be relied on for years to come. The research foundation of this text is solid and the authors build upon it by using real-life case studies and approaches that animate this subject in the real world. Christie and Ahmad have provided a resource that is highly useful for policy makers, practitioners, researchers, and students.

Mubin Shaikh, Professor of Public Safety at Seneca Polytechnic
This new text provides an excellent discussion and analysis of global radicalization policy. By assessing the causes of radicalization, outcomes of de-radicalization, and global responses to these phenomena the authors give the reader exceptional coverage of a complex web of issues.

Alexander Gilder, Associate Professor of International Law and Security, University of Reading, UK
Examining the factors leading to radicalization and mobilization to violence as well as those that can prevent and move a person back off the terrorist trajectory is crucial to countering political violence, terrorism, and violent extremism in our time. This book provides a start in the right direction.

Anne Speckhard, Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown School of Medicine and Founder/Director of the International Center for the Study of Violent Extremism (ICSVE)