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Examines radicalization and de-radicalization of extremists in a world of globalization.
List of contents
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
About the author
Program Head and Professor in the Human Security and Peacebuilding at Royal Roads University.
Summary
Examines radicalization and de-radicalization of extremists in a world of globalization.
