Terrorism is an extreme form of radicalization, and the book. Dec 08, 2015 isis and the internet radicalization trope. Weaponized words applies existing theories of persuasion to. Brandon, countering radicalization in europe, international centre for the study of radicalization, kings college london, december 2012. Strengthen your understanding of the persuasive mechanisms used by terrorist groups and how they are effective in order to defeat them. Rather, the term is used to describe the leadership style needed in an era of what they call the digital echo, when technology is helping information pass between people ever more quickly but. Books in the digital age will become a standard work on the publishing industry at the beginning of the 21st century. As society increasingly embraces the internet, so opportunities for those wishing to use it for terrorism have grown. Opinion to stop radicalization, the french need more. Jun 10, 2015 the table shows that rather than describing all of these factors as aspects of deradicalization and therefore demonstrating the need for a deradicalization program, it may be more informative to differentiate between three main types of possible programs, only one of which should be considered a deradicalization program. Digital radicalization of youth sanne geeraerts abstract this article assesses to what extent it can be argued that the internet has an influence on the radicalization of youth. Linda schlegel whether one characterizes the present times as an age of uncertainty, the populist era, the age of retropia or postmodernity, all of obstacles to countering online radicalization. Nov 19, 2015 to stop radicalization, the french need more fraternite.
The threat of violent extremism in the internet age has undoubtedly become one important focus of research, policy, and government bodies all over the world. Social media and youth radicalization in digital age summary the internet offers significant possibilities for supporting the realization of the 2030 sustainable development agenda and advancing all human rights including access to information, freedom of expression and online privacy. Social media was initially deemed as a major danger to bring youth radicalization, for example, with one. Inset photo the psychology of radicalization and terrorism routledge, 2016 defencereports book watch is a multiformat blog that features suggested readings to provide insight into current and. The strategic role of persuasion in violent radicalization and counterradicalization. By understanding and potentially stopping or slowing radicalization, the source of terrorism would be greatly undermined. As society increasingly embraces the internet, so opportunities for those. In the uk alone 85 per cent of homes have internet access. Following the pusillanimous and gristly assassination of jo cox, member of parliament for batley and spen in west yorkshire, the subject of radicalization is prominent in british news once more. Aug 23, 2017 a hunt for ways to combat online radicalization. Mar 29, 2018 rather, the term is used to describe the leadership style needed in an era of what they call the digital echo, when technology is helping information pass between people ever more quickly but.
An expert on contemporary iran and islam in france and the author of radicalization the new press, he lives in. The use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism the objective of the study deals with the significant, existing void in empirical research that relates to digital radicalization. A groundbreaking new report on the use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism provides primary data on how the internet is used by individuals in the process of their radicalization. A hunt for ways to combat online radicalization the new. Jan 01, 2011 this accessible book identifies twelve mechanisms of political radicalization that can move individuals, groups, and the masses to increased sympathy and support for political violence. An expert on contemporary iran and islam in france and the author of radicalization the. This article aims to demonstrate that a greater understanding of communication in. Although it is commonly assumed that the internet facilitates exposure to different perspectives, it is also thought to produce homogeneous echo rooms in. The south asian region has witnessed radicalization around diverse extreme ideologies. The strategy of some statebased deradicalization programs. Radicalization in a historical context fair observer.
This book is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by terrorist organizations to communicate with and recruit potential extremists and examines effective. Here is my coming soon of book chapter with igi global singapore. The book was initially released on march 19, 2019, by tor books. Weaponized words applies existing theories of persuasion to domains unique to this digital era, such as social media, youtube, websites, and message boards to name but a few.
Radicalisation in the digital era rand corporation. The opinions expressed here are the authors own and are separate from defrep. Inset photo the psychology of radicalization and terrorism routledge, 2016 defencereports book watch is a multiformat blog that features suggested readings to provide insight into current and historical events from defrep editorial staff and writers. This paper presents the results from exploratory primary research into the role. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital. The use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and. Building national resilience in the digital era of violent. Building national resilience in the digital era of violent extremism. Radicalisation in the digital era the use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism. The book uses big data to describe how the american right became radicalized followed by how this. Jun 27, 2016 is radicalization necessarily a bad thing. The arrested and charged suspect, thomas mair, allegedly had a relationship with neonazi movements stretching back. Dear colleagues, in a world where over the 50% of the population has access to the internet, and over the 40% are active social media users, to understand the dynamics that underlie the behaviors of people and groups in the online environments is one of the main challenges for researchers interested in studying humans social dynamics, for the present and for the future.
Broadly speaking, the word radicalization can be used to describe a process whereby individuals and even groups develop, over time, a mindset that canunder the right circumstances. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era. Buy combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era advances in religious and cultural studies by majeed khader, neo loo seng, gabriel ong, eunice tan mingyi isbn. In our research on youth and radicalization, we were able to find and contact young people with extreme ideals. Background note social media and youth radicalization in. How radicalization happens to them and us by clark. The threat of violent extremism in the internet age has undoubtedly become one.
This article aims to demonstrate that a greater understanding of communication in the 21st century is essential to more effective counterterrorism. Radicalization or radicalisation is a process by which an individual or group comes to adopt increasingly radical political, social, or religious ideals and aspirations that reject or undermine the status quo or contemporary ideas and expressions of the nation. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. How a fourstar general and a berkeley professor came to. This analysis argues that, rather than an individual pathology or selfcontained anomaly, paranoia is an ecology that is affectively networked by state and nonstate actors, materializing in. This accessible book identifies twelve mechanisms of political radicalization that can move individuals, groups, and the masses to increased sympathy and support for political violence.
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Isis and the internet radicalization trope the atlantic. Farhad khosrokhavar is the director of studies at the school for advanced studies in the social sciences in paris. The use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism. For electronic access to this publication, please contact. Radicalization or radicalisation is a process by which an individual or group comes to adopt increasingly radical political, social, or religious ideals and aspirations that reject or undermine the status quo or.
Another pattern revealed by previous research may yet hold true in the isis era. Radicalized explores such issues as digital rights management, police brutality, radicalization in internet communities, and doomsday preppers. As a former secret service agent who has taught about radicalization to the c. Explaining radicalization in the digital age this article aims to demonstrate that a greater understanding of communication in the 21st century is essential to more. Dec 15, 2015 in this weeks episode of hidden brain, we look at the social and psychological drivers behind international terrorism, and why our best efforts to prevent radicalization so often fail. In this weeks episode of hidden brain, we look at the social and psychological drivers behind international terrorism, and why our best efforts to prevent radicalization so often fail. Download citation pathways to violent extremism in the digital era the. Social media and youth radicalization in digital age summary the internet offers significant possibilities for supporting the realization of the 2030 sustainable development agenda and advancing all human. All are welcome to attend the event, but rsvps are required.
Radicalization in the digital era rand corporation. I wrote this writing with the great authors such as dr. I enjoyed this book, i rate it 4 out of 4 stars, it is a must read about american political news media. This important volume covers most of these radicalizations in the south asian countries. Youth and violent extremism on social media unesco digital. This paper presents the results from exploratory primary research into the role of the internet in the radicalisation of 15 terrorists and extremists in the uk. The views expressed in this book are those of the authors, but not necessarily of the publisher. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the. Digital radicalization of youth universiteit utrecht.
Dounia bouzar, shown here in 2015, helps parents in france who want to prevent their kids from joining militant groups like isis whose. The use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism 20 this paper presents the results from exploratory primary research into the role of the internet in the radicalisation of 15 terrorists and extremists in the uk. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by terrorist organizations to communicate with and recruit potential extremists and examines effective countermeasures employed by law enforcement agencies to defend against such threats. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era by majeed khader, 9781522501565, available at book depository with free delivery. Dear colleagues, in a world where over the 50% of the population has access to the internet, and over the 40% are active social media users, to understand the dynamics that underlie the behaviors of people. Why some people choose the path of violence khosrokhavar, farhad, todd, jane marie on. The study yields recommendations for framing policy responses to the use of the internet in radicalization. This book is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by terrorist organizations to communicate with and recruit.
Oct 14, 2019 linda schlegel whether one characterizes the present times as an age of uncertainty, the populist era, the age of retropia or postmodernity, all of obstacles to countering online radicalization in contemporary democracies. Radicalized explores such issues as digital rights. This includes both the political extremism and radicalization through religious and cultural differences. Pathways to violent extremism in the digital era researchgate. Combating violent extremism and radicalization in the digital era is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by terrorist organizations to communicate with. Focusing on perspectives from the social and behavioral sciences, this book is a critical source for researchers, analysts, intelligence officers, and policy. The use of the internet in 15 cases of terrorism and extremism 20.
In order to understand the potential of deradicalization techniques, research examines the factors that might lead to initial radicalization. This book is an essential reference for the latest research on the utilization of online tools by terrorist organizations to communicate with and recruit potential. It will be of great interest to students taking courses in the sociology of culture, media and cultural studies, and publishing. Obstacles to countering online radicalization in contemporary.
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