Countering Right-Wing Extremism Around the World - Findings from a Qualitative Interview Study

• In Event: Radicalisation Into Right-Wing Extremism and Multi-Agency Approaches to Counter and Prevent it

Abstract

This presentation reports on a comparative analysis that examines what measures have been developed to deal with right-wing extremism in different countries. The study, which is part of the Connect project, is based on qualitative interviews with representatives of security authorities, civil society organizations and academics dealing with right-wing extremism. The data shows a heterogeneous scene in the various countries, with different ideological orientations, political goals and approaches as well as a trend towards internationalisation of activities. Regarding religious extremism, multi-agency approaches to counter radicalisation and promote reintegration are common in many countries. Positive assessments of such projects or programs are common, although scientific evaluations are rare. In line with the observed trend towards internationalisation, cross-border cooperation is even highly recommended by several respondents.

Authors

• Josephine Gerlach, Agentur für Sicherheitsforschung, Kriminologie und Kriminalpolitik

• Lennard John, Agentur für Sicherheitsforschung, Kriminologie und Kriminalpolitik

• Dominic Kudlacek, Hochschule Bremerhaven