What Transforms an Ordinary Person Into a Terrorist?

Terrorists aren't born extremists. They come to embrace ideologies that justify violence and, in some cases, even self-sacrifice.
Join us for a fascinating evening exploring the psychology of radicalisation. Drawing on the latest research in terrorism studies, this talk examines how extremist beliefs take hold, why they're so persuasive, and what can be done to stop the process of radicalisation before it ends in violence.
We'll explore long-established movements, including white nationalism and jihadism, alongside newer extremist ideologies that encourage violence against governments, demonise entire groups of people, and seek to accelerate the collapse of society.
It's a thought-provoking look at one of the most important, and unsettling, questions of our time.
The talk will be presented by Dr. Mike King, Deputy Executive Director of the Organisation for the Prevention of Violence and an Instructor at the University of Calgary.

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