Why Extremism Appeals To Some Active & Former Military Members

Why Extremism Appeals To Some Active & Former Military Members

Hyper-masculine military culture can create a bridge of familiarity between the archetypal ‘hero’ and supremacy or between patriotism and ultranationalism, turning the far-right into an appealing alternative.

Why We Need More Women Working In Counter-Terrorism

Why We Need More Women Working In Counter-Terrorism

As the global counter-terrorism community assesses its successes and failures two decades after the 9/11 attacks, there's an opportunity to rethink how we include gender in our security planning.

What The Biden Admin’s Countering Domestic Terrorism Plan Is Missing

What The Biden Admin’s Countering Domestic Terrorism Plan Is Missing

While the strategy includes a nuanced assessment of the challenges, there isn’t enough priority given to the role gender plays in extremism.

We Can’t Combat Extremism Without Also Combating Misogyny

We Can’t Combat Extremism Without Also Combating Misogyny

Recognizing the role of community and gender constructions is essential to effective counter-extremism and terrorism approaches.

How The US Could Rethink Counter-Extremism Programs

How The US Could Rethink Counter-Extremism Programs

Given the complexity of the radical right threat in the US, there are numerous factors to be considered when it comes to mass de-radicalization programs.