Monitoring Extremism, particularly in Educational Settings
Monitoring the potential for and signs of the spread of extremism in schools and universities as part of early detection efforts.
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The prevention of extremism focuses on understanding the transition from intolerance to radicalism and identifying preventive measures.
Examining and breaking the chain of transformation from intolerance to radicalism and terrorism through comprehensive prevention strategies.
Tackling extremism requires a holistic strategy rooted in respect for human rights, social justice and the strengthening of social cohesion.
Identity-based extremism often triggers divisive horizontal conflicts that threaten the unity of the nation.
The SETARA Institute facilitated reconciliation between a former terrorism convict involved in the 2016 Surakarta bombings and the victims, the Surakarta city council, and the wider community.
Through the dialogue forums established by SETARA, which bring together former terrorism prisoners with the government and the public, the organisation has helped to eliminate the negative stigma and discrimination faced by former terrorism prisoners.
SETARA Institute has contributed to the process of drafting national regulations by the BNPT and regulations in 13 regions on the prevention of violent extremism leading to terrorism
SETARA’s interventions have helped to promote more participatory policy-making by involving various civil society groups in the process of drafting policies and formulating local development agendas on the prevention of extremism.
The spaces for dialogue established by SETARA have contributed to the social reintegration of former members of terrorist networks who have returned to the Republic of Indonesia, fostering connections between them, the wider community and the government.
SETARA helps to encourage the national and/or local governments to adopt inclusive, human rights-based strategies to prevent violent extremism.
SETARA’s research findings contribute to institutional strengthening within the education system, including through the enhancement of the curriculum to instil the values of tolerance, diversity and national identity.
SETARA’s research findings serve as a key reference, particularly for the Indonesian National Counter-Terrorism Agency (BNPT), in drafting various regulations and policies aimed at preventing extremism.
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