De-radicalization and Human Security in a Globalized World: Theory and Case Studies

Violent political and social conflict involving elements of extremist ideology has spread on a global basis affecting states and civilian populations alike. The recent extremist actions of Hamas in Israel in 2024 have shown the fear that civilian populations have of attacks like this and their devastating consequences. The views and perspectives of the Islamic State (ISIS) amongst others have inspired attacks domestically and internationally causing fear and panic in governments and populations. An increasing number of radicalized actors seek to join these groups as foreign fighters or initiate acts of terrorism in their resident countries. These actions have prompted inquiries into how and why people join such movements. Some argue that they and are socially excluded and alienated from the system under a regime of globalization that cares little for individuals and their needs Many states have attempted forms of rehabilitation and de-radicalization of citizens who have potential or real experience in this violent extremism. This has implications for human security and rights.
This panel will address some of these issues from a comparative and theoretical perspective with regard to the human security aspect.