Countering Violent Extremism

Each new incident of political violence is followed by a wave of digital celebration, intimidation, and imitation. Responses remain polarized and superficial.

A recent published report risks feeding false narratives about political violence and polarization.

If the U.S. and foreign partners could strategically deploy their counterterrorism programs to deliberately target a common enemy, all would mutually benefit.

Taking a closer look at where misogynist beliefs come from can help shed light on the pathways to violence — and how to interrupt them.

Confusion over “nihilistic violence” risks mislabeling attacks, hindering efforts to prevent mass violence by non-ideological subcultures.

Nihilistic violent extremism might even be considered part of a fourth generation of online radicalization, blurring the lines between killers and terrorists.

A call to breakdown silos by jointly addressing targeted violence and other public-safety issues for comprehensive, lasting solutions.

A report from Ben Saul, the new UN expert on counterterrorism and Human Rights, outlines his priorities for the coming years.

Just Security hosted an event for the launch of Barbara McQuade’s new book, "Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America."

Excerpted from "Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America" by Barbara McQuade, published by Seven Stories Press.

The failure of past counterterrorism policies and practice has led to unending cycles of violence.

United Nations member states must find ways to demand more inclusive, rights-compliant, and gender-responsive counterterrorism efforts.