2nd season (In english only):

podcast about the prevention of violent extremism

Welcome to the second season of our podcast series at CPN-PREV, the Canadian Practitioners Network for the Prevention of Violent Extremism. This is your go-to space for discussions centered around the prevention of violent extremism. This season, we’re thrilled to welcome international guests as we share ideas, stories, and actions to build resilient communities. Join us to explore, exchange, and take action, because change begins with dialogue.

Episode 6 : 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

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Episode 5 : 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!

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Episode 4 : 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!

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Episode 3 : 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!

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Episode 2 : 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!

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Episode 1 : Alex and Julian from Violence Prevention Network

Ghayda Hassan sits down with Alex and Julian, two dedicated practitioners from Germany’s Violence Prevention Network. Topics include:

  • Why practitioners themselves are their most essential tool;

  • The power of humanizing and empathizing with clients;

  • Staying motivated amidst challenging political climates.

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