Countering Extremism Contributor(s): Rohan Gunaratna, Jolene Jerard &. Salim (Author) |
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ISBN: 1908977523 ISBN-13: 9781908977526 Publisher: Imperial College Press OUR PRICE: $77.90 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2013 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Security (national & International) - Political Science | Terrorism - Political Science | Geopolitics |
Dewey: 303.32 |
LCCN: 2012360342 |
Series: Insurgency and Terrorism |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6" W x 9" (1.10 lbs) 228 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This unique work is the first to address the subject of community engagement strategies in countering extremism, and explores the development and research of these strategies. In so doing it demystifies the process of community engagement, while simultaneously extolling the virtues of the ground breaking strategies to have been effectively employed in Asia, the Middle East, and the West.The book then proceeds to examine the efforts of community engagement made by several countries against their unique operational and geopolitical environments. Finally, detailed reference is made to the role and work of the media and non-government organizations to have conducted effective community engagement efforts.With contributions from authors of diverse backgrounds, including media, the social services, security, and academia, this book will be of interest to both the general public and to researchers. |