Podcast on the Prevention of Extremist Violence

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This current season, we are delighted to welcome inspiring practitioners, researchers, clinicians, and policymakers. Join us as we explore how dialogue can lead to concrete and ethical actions to achieve real change. We acknowledge that CPN-PREV, primarily based in Tiohtiá:ke (Montreal), is situated on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka , a place which has long served as a site of meeting and exchange amongst many First Nations. Visit our website at https://www.cpnprev.ca

  1. Canada’s Approach to Preventing Radicalization to Violence

    5D AGO

    Canada’s Approach to Preventing Radicalization to Violence

    In this foundational episode, Ghayda Hassan sits down with Robert Burley, Executive Director of the Canada Centre for Community Engagement and Prevention of Violence, and Nicole Fournier-Sylvester, Acting Manager of Engagement, for an in-depth conversation on the Centre’s mandate, priorities, and role within the Government of Canada’s broader strategy to prevent radicalization to violence. Together, they discuss: What the Canada Centre is and why it was created.How the Government of Canada approaches the prevention of radicalization to violence at the national level.How the Canada Centre contributes to and collaborates within the global prevention landscape.This episode provides a clear and accessible overview of how prevention efforts are structured in Canada, from community engagement to international coordination. CPN-PREV invites their listeners to directly visit the Canada Centre website at https://www.publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/bt/cc/ Music Credit: Rustic Ballad by Alexander Kakarada

    27 min
  2. Emerging Trends and the Future of Prevention

    FEB 25

    Emerging Trends and the Future of Prevention

    To open our third season, Ghayda Hassan is joined by Louis Audet-Gosselin and Marc-André Argentino, Senior Research Advisors at the Canada Centre for Community Engagement and Prevention of Violence, for a timely and forward-looking conversation on research, policy development, and the evolving landscape of preventing radicalization to violence. Together, they explore: How research conducted at the Canada Centre informs national prevention strategies and supports practitioners and policymakers.The emerging trends and evolving dynamics shaping the landscape of radicalization to violence today.The ethical complexities of studying and responding to radicalization and violent extremism in polarized and high-risk environments.From frontline intervention programs to cutting-edge research on digital radicalization, hybridized threats, and risks to democratic institutions, this episode offers an accessible and insightful look at where prevention efforts are headed. Visit Canada Centre's website : https://www.publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/bt/cc/index-en.aspx Music Credit : Rustic Ballad by Alexander Nakarada

    34 min
  3. Arne Augustini from Grüner Vogel e.V. ("Green Bird")

    04/09/2025

    Arne Augustini from Grüner Vogel e.V. ("Green Bird")

    For the final episode of this season featuring our international guests, Ghayda speaks with Arne Augustini, a deradicalization expert based in Berlin, Germany, at Grüner Vogel e.V. ("Green Bird"). Their conversation touches on: Why, when dealing with clients radicalized in the name of religion, it's behavioral change—not religious belief—that needs to be addressed;Working with returnees from war zones;The critical role of trust in tertiary prevention work. Thank you for listening and sharing. This episode marks the end of our second season—however, we’ll be back with a third one very soon. Stay tuned!

    14 min
  4. Ray Finch from New Zealand Health Group

    03/26/2025

    Ray Finch from New Zealand Health Group

    In this week's episode, tune in as Ghayda Hassan has an enriching conversation with Ray Finch, Director of Disability Services at New Zealand Health Group, about disability and violent extremism. Together, they explore: - Who is considered a person living with a disability? ; - The loneliness epidemic among disabled people ; - How some disabled individuals may be especially vulnerable to online extremist grooming. As always, thank you for listening!

    20 min
  5. Diana Miconi, UdeM Professor Focused on Youth Social Polarizations

    03/12/2025

    Diana Miconi, UdeM Professor Focused on Youth Social Polarizations

    This episode, Ghayda Hassan joins in conversation with Diana Miconi, professor of educational psychology at Université de Montréal and expert in youth social polarizations. Together, they dive into some pressing and complex questions: Are radical or activist youth really the ones most likely to support violence?What systemic factors drive young people toward violent acts?How can schools address growing social tensions and polarization among students? Fresh off International Women's Day, this timely conversation between two brilliant women offers valuable insights into youth, violence prevention, activism, and the social forces shaping them today. Don’t miss it!

    14 min
  6. Dr. Thomas Meysen from SOCLES International Centre for Socio-Legal Studies

    02/19/2025

    Dr. Thomas Meysen from SOCLES International Centre for Socio-Legal Studies

    This week, our host, Ghayda Hassan, welcomes Dr. Thomas Meysen, Managing Director of SOCLES International Centre for Socio-Legal Studies. Together, they discuss: Co-constructing research with victims of violence ; The value of mixed methods and iterative processes ; The challenges of researching prevention practices. Join us for an engaging conversation, and as always, thank you for listening!

    13 min
  7. Sharif Mahdy from the Students Commission of Canada

    02/05/2025

    Sharif Mahdy from the Students Commission of Canada

    In a world where nihilism is on the rise, how can we keep youth engaged? Our host, Ghayda Hassan, sits down with Sharif Mahdy, CEO of the Students Commission of Canada, to explore: The importance of the Commission’s Four Pillars; How to break down barriers between generations; The impact of online information overload on youth. Tune in for an insightful conversation!

    13 min
  8. Alex and Julian from Violence Prevention Network

    01/22/2025

    Alex and Julian from Violence Prevention Network

    And we're back for a second season—now fully in English! In this episode, our host, Ghayda Hassan, director and founder of CPN-PREV, sits down with Alex and Julian, two dedicated practitioners from Germany’s Violence Prevention Network. Together, they dive into the complex world of violence prevention and share invaluable insights from the field. Topics include: Why practitioners themselves are their most essential tool. The power of humanizing and empathizing with clients. Staying motivated amidst challenging political climates. Thank you for listening!

    13 min
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This current season, we are delighted to welcome inspiring practitioners, researchers, clinicians, and policymakers. Join us as we explore how dialogue can lead to concrete and ethical actions to achieve real change. We acknowledge that CPN-PREV, primarily based in Tiohtiá:ke (Montreal), is situated on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka , a place which has long served as a site of meeting and exchange amongst many First Nations. Visit our website at https://www.cpnprev.ca

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