Preventing Extremism at Universities
15 minutes
Short course
Education
How staff in educational institutions can recognise and address the key area of preventing extremism.
Description
Alongside the support services and structures that universities put in place, clear guidance needs to be offered, so that members of staff and contractors understand the key challenges that students may face, how to recognise warning signs, when and how to act, and the limits of their responsibilities. These responsibilities are explored in the key area of preventing extremism.
Features
- The definition of extremism and radicalisation
- The warning signs that a student might be radicalised and how and when to report concerns
- The key movements and ideologies that are of particular concern