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This book examines how de-radicalisation programmes have been
portrayed in the media and details the role of public relations
(PR) strategies employed by such programmes and Countering Violent
Extremism (CVE) to create positive coverage of their work. CVE and
de-radicalisation programmes have seen a significant rise in recent
years and are now cornerstones of many countries’
counterterrorism strategies. Despite the increased importance of
these tools to counter violent radicalisation leading to terrorism,
they remain controversial and sometimes receive fierce public
criticism and opposition. This work looks at how CVE and
de-radicalisation programs are able to influence a country’s
discourse on de-radicalisation, and how far governmental programs
differ from non-governmental initiatives in terms of their PR
strategies. The book also provides a theoretical basis of how the
discourse on CVE is constructed in the media. As major case
studies, this book examines the United Kingdom, Germany and
Nigeria. For these countries, the authors have gathered and
assessed roughly 3,000 newspaper articles on de-radicalisation
programmes over a decade to provide an empirical base. This book
will be of much interest to students of countering violent
extremism, de-radicalisation, and terrorism studies.
This book examines how de-radicalisation programmes have been
portrayed in the media and details the role of public relations
(PR) strategies employed by such programmes and Countering Violent
Extremism (CVE) to create positive coverage of their work. CVE and
de-radicalisation programmes have seen a significant rise in recent
years and are now cornerstones of many countries' counterterrorism
strategies. Despite the increased importance of these tools to
counter violent radicalisation leading to terrorism, they remain
controversial and sometimes receive fierce public criticism and
opposition. This work looks at how CVE and de-radicalisation
programs are able to influence a country's discourse on
de-radicalisation, and how far governmental programs differ from
non-governmental initiatives in terms of their PR strategies. The
book also provides a theoretical basis of how the discourse on CVE
is constructed in the media. As major case studies, this book
examines the United Kingdom, Germany and Nigeria. For these
countries, the authors have gathered and assessed roughly 3,000
newspaper articles on de-radicalisation programmes over a decade to
provide an empirical base. This book will be of much interest to
students of countering violent extremism, de-radicalisation, and
terrorism studies.
By drawing on social movement theories, this book explains how
terrorist movements decline, using the case of Irish Republicanism.
The continuity of terrorism and political violence from generation
to generation demonstrates the need to go beyond a focus on groups
or individuals in order to explain how terrorism ends. The concept
of de-radicalisation has been critiqued for its lack of explanatory
value in accounting for disengagement from terrorism or how the
risk of terrorism re-emerging is reduced. However, building on the
morphogenetic approach, this book distinguishes between
structure/culture and agency over time in order to analyse the
causal influence between the two. Two processes are analysed:
disengagement framing processes explain how actors change attitudes
to violence and the book identifies which factors ensure frames
resonate with audiences; and social movement de-radicalisation
accounts for the outcomes of disengagement in initiating structural
change which transforms the landscape the next generation finds
itself in. The fundamental aim of the book is to provide
theoretical and conceptual insights into how terrorism can not only
come to an end, but can be prevented from emerging to be a
significant threat again within a society. This book will be of
much interest to students of terrorism and political violence,
social movement theory, British and Irish Politics, war and
conflict studies, security studies and IR in general.
By drawing on social movement theories, this book explains how
terrorist movements decline, using the case of Irish Republicanism.
The continuity of terrorism and political violence from generation
to generation demonstrates the need to go beyond a focus on groups
or individuals in order to explain how terrorism ends. The concept
of de-radicalisation has been critiqued for its lack of explanatory
value in accounting for disengagement from terrorism or how the
risk of terrorism re-emerging is reduced. However, building on the
morphogenetic approach, this book distinguishes between
structure/culture and agency over time in order to analyse the
causal influence between the two. Two processes are analysed:
disengagement framing processes explain how actors change attitudes
to violence and the book identifies which factors ensure frames
resonate with audiences; and social movement de-radicalisation
accounts for the outcomes of disengagement in initiating structural
change which transforms the landscape the next generation finds
itself in. The fundamental aim of the book is to provide
theoretical and conceptual insights into how terrorism can not only
come to an end, but can be prevented from emerging to be a
significant threat again within a society. This book will be of
much interest to students of terrorism and political violence,
social movement theory, British and Irish Politics, war and
conflict studies, security studies and IR in general.
This book introduces you to the key issues in contemporary studies
on Terrorism. Its interdisciplinary approach provides a unique
intellectual rigour which introduces readers to cutting-edge
research. Bringing together chapters contributed by members of the
Terrorism and Political Violence Association network, it offers an
insight into a variety of traditional and critical perspectives. It
also equips Undergraduate and Postgraduate students with the study
skills needed to succeed in coursework and assignments, especially
dissertation work. Drawing on the expertise of TAPVA members, this
book: Explores contemporary issues, such as drone warfare, state
violence, children and political violence, cyber-terrorism and
de-radicalisation. Features case studies drawn from a range of
international examples, lists of further reading, key concepts and
questions for use in seminars and private study. Provides you with
study skills content designed to help you complete your
dissertation. This is the perfect textbook to guide you through
your studies in terrorism, political violence, international
security and strategic studies.
This detailed analysis follows the rise and evolution of Hezbollah
from an Islamic resistance movement to its role as a governing
force in Lebanon, exploring the group's impact on the security and
power dynamics in the Middle East. This is the first book of its
kind to offer a comprehensive study of Hezbollah, providing an
overview of the organization's key personalities, events, and
structures over the past three decades. Inspired by the latest
terrorism research and contemporary developments in the Middle
East, the book reflects upon Hezbollah's religious foundations and
its present role as a player in Middle East relations. Chapters
place Hezbollah within the Middle East security environment,
analyzing the rise of the Party of God within the context of
Iranian-inspired Shi'a activism, examining the ideological
underpinnings of the movement, and addressing its dominant
political position post Arab Spring. This authoritative volume
introduces the party's full range of activities, including
resistance, propaganda, organized crime, and educational
facilities. The content highlights Hezbollah's role as a social
welfare provider-specifically, the types of aid given, the source
of financing for the endeavor, and the challenge this role presents
to the Lebanese state. Features maps, organizational charts, and a
timeline of events Traces Hezbollah's journey from a resistance
organization to its current position of power within Lebanese
politics Presents summaries of major attacks and biographies of
prominent members Discusses Iranian-inspired Shi'a activism and
financing activities Includes an overview of the leaders, support,
recruiting strategies, and attacks
This book introduces you to the key issues in contemporary studies
on Terrorism. Its interdisciplinary approach provides a unique
intellectual rigour which introduces readers to cutting-edge
research. Bringing together chapters contributed by members of the
Terrorism and Political Violence Association network, it offers an
insight into a variety of traditional and critical perspectives. It
also equips Undergraduate and Postgraduate students with the study
skills needed to succeed in coursework and assignments, especially
dissertation work. Drawing on the expertise of TAPVA members, this
book: Explores contemporary issues, such as drone warfare, state
violence, children and political violence, cyber-terrorism and
de-radicalisation. Features case studies drawn from a range of
international examples, lists of further reading, key concepts and
questions for use in seminars and private study. Provides you with
study skills content designed to help you complete your
dissertation. This is the perfect textbook to guide you through
your studies in terrorism, political violence, international
security and strategic studies.
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