Speakers
Parallel Workshops
Violent extremism and terrorism remain a threat and a top priority worldwide. Thus, several initiatives have been implemented focusing on improving correctional staff competencies on preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE). As a wholesome approach to P/CVE is stressed, our paper touches upon the achievements of the R4JUST and HOPE projects, which although implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, turned challenges into benefits to ensure a comprehensive training approach to correctional staff. Recent contributions from the newly-started MIRAD, EUTEx, and R2COM projects to corrections will also be highlighted, including not only their role on building upon the R2PRIS’ RRAP Toolset, but also their specific role on multiagency cooperation to ensure a successful prison-exit continuum. In sum, results from pre- and post-test on the effectiveness of the R4JUST training, HOPE Network’s achievements, and future steps for P/CVE within corrections, will be presented.