Radicalisation, Counter-Radicalisation, and De-Radicalisation: Developing a New Understanding of Terrorism in the Australian Context [ 2009-07-01 - 2014-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Prof David Wright-Neville (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Peter Lentini (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Simon Moss (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Gaetano Ilardi (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Radicalisation, Counter-Radicalisation, and De-Radicalisation: Developing a New Understanding of Terrorism in the Australian Context. Concentrating on the unique drivers of extremism within Victoria (and Australia), the study will enhance counter terrorism stakeholders' understanding of domestic radicalization. This will assist in designing policies appropriate for Australian circumstances that can: 1. pre-empt, prevent and detect radicalisation without jeopardising social cohesion and 2. reduce Australia's reliance on overseas counter-radicalisation and de-radicalisation models, where practitioners confront different community dynamics. Working towards understanding what causes radicalization in Australia, the project offers to enhance national security and by addressing local circumstances carries the prospect of creating more cost-efficient counter terrorism practices.

Funding Amount $884,114

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