Prevent - radicalisation into violent extremism

Prevent is one of the four elements of CONTEST, the government's counter-terrorism strategy. It aims to stop people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. The Home Office works with local authorities and a wide range of government departments, and community organisations to deliver the Prevent strategy.

This introductory interactive session has been developed specifically for frontline staff. It will help you to identify people who may be vulnerable and at risk of becoming involved in radicalisation and violent extremism and provides advice on how to respond appropriately.

Learning objectives

• Develop an understanding of the Prevent strategy and roles within it
• Enhance expertise and professional judgment regarding extremism and radicalisation
• Increase awareness of the national and international picture of extremism and terrorism
• Highlight links between online risks and radicalisation
• Improve confidence in raising concerns
• Raise awareness of Channel interventions and safeguarding individuals
• Increase organisational capacity to prevent extremism and safeguard vulnerable people

This session will be led by Sabera Ahsan.

Attendance

• If you no longer wish to attend this event, please cancel on Eventbrite
• If you do not attend without cancelling beforehand you may be charged a £20 fine
• We aim to create a respectful and productive learning environment and reserve the right to refuse entry if this cannot be upheld

Joining Instructions

After booking a place, you will receive an email from Eventbrite two days before the event containing the Microsoft Teams link for the online training.

Further reminders will be sent by Eventbrite containing the Teams link:

• 2 hours before the event
• 10 minutes before the event