Taking the middle ground: how to respond to extreme views in your area

The Jo Cox Foundation makes meaningful change on issues that the late Jo Cox MP was passionate about. Like Jo, we believe that a kinder, fairer and more connected world is possible.

The Jo Cox Foundation

Join us for the final instalment of our 2024 Common Room series

Cardiff

Join the Jo Cox Foundation for a Common Room session on responding to extremism, with Dr Gareth Harris, an independent researcher affiliated to the<a href="https://crestresearch.ac.uk/people/gareth-harris/" title="https://crestresearch.ac.uk/people/gareth-harris/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations</a> (Coventry University).Gareth's research focuses on how extremist groups engage people in local communities and community-based initiatives to counter extremism. He has a specific interest in anti-minority and far right groups.What is this Common Room about?We will talk about how to work together as communities to take the middle ground and resist extremism.At the session we will:<ul><li>get an overview of anti-minority action in the UK particularly Wales</li><li>share our knowledge and experience of responding to anti-minority extremism</li><li>hear practical examples on how to deal with anti-minority organisations</li><li>explore ideas for how we can take action in our communities to be protected against extremism and reduce our vulnerability</li></ul>Who is the event for?Anyone interested in working together to strengthen community response to reduce anti-minority support, is welcome to take part in this Common Room event.What will you get from the Common Room?By the end of this session you will<ul><li>know more about anti-minority action and how extreme groups grow their support</li><li>have had the opportunity to share your experiences and knowledge</li><li>have more insight into what helps to protect communities from extremism</li><li>understand how to work together to take the middle ground and resist extremism</li></ul>AccessThe venue is in Cardiff city centre, close to bus stops and with parking outside. The venue is accessible for people with mobility difficulties, with accessible toilets. After you register we will send you the full details of the venue including access.Lunch will be provided. Please let us know your dietary needs.When should I book?Eventbrite bookings close on the 3rd July. Please contact us directly if you want to book after that date. If we still have places we might be able to fit you in!How can you contact us?If you want more information or have any questions, please email moreincommon@jocoxfoundation.org or call India 07361 806716.