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What is terrorism?
Terrorism is violence, usually against civilians, committed by people or groups motivated by precise political and ideological objectives.
Why terrorists commit acts of violence?
Creating a new country, carrying out a revolution, pursuing racist goals, freeing animals from laboratory testing, ending access to abortion, religion
What is an ideology?
A system of social/political ideas which inspires terrorists
How does terrorism differ from war?
War (conflict between actors), terrorism (commited by non state actors or individuals)
What are some of the major ideological categories used to classify terrorist groups?
ethno-nationalist groups, left-wing extremist groups, right-wing extremist groups, religious extremist groups
Why do some terrorist groups not fit neatly into a single ideological category?
Some groups embrace multiple ideologies and some groups do not belong to the classic categories
How does geography influence the formation of terrorist groups?
Some terrorist groups originate in specific regions due to political instability, economic conditions, or historical conflicts.
How does religion influence the formation of terrorist groups?
Religious extremism can arise from radical interpretations of faith, and while some groups are linked to specific religions
In what ways can individuals become radicalized without being part of an organized terrorist group?
via the internet, social media, or propaganda
What is the difference between “terrorism” and “violent extremism”?
violent extremism is a broader term that includes ideologies that may or may not lead to violence but pose a risk of doing so.
How do governments and international organizations work to counter terrorism and violent extremism?
Limit funding, discourage recruitment, tracking violent narratives/posts and activities
