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Empowering Practitioners to Train Against Vulnerability
The IN2PREV Project’s 3rd Capacity Building Training Seminar The vulnerability of refugees and asylum seekers to social exclusion, discrimination, and in rare cases, radicalisation, continues to pose a complex challenge across Europe. Addressing this issue requires trained professionals who can identify early warning signs, promote inclusion, and ensure ethical engagement with displaced individuals. From the 24th to 26th of June 2025, 38 practitioners from law enforcement agencies and NGOs across Europe gathered in Granada, Spain, for a hands-on training seminar focused on equipping these professionals not only to apply effective tools but to pass on their knowledge and skills within their organisations and beyond. |
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Strengthening Frontline Capacity to Address Radicalisation Risks:
The IN2PREV Project’s 2nd Capacity Building Training Seminar In a context of growing concern around the vulnerability of refugee and asylum-seeking populations to marginalisation and exploitation, the need for informed, ethical, and collaborative approaches to prevention is more pressing than ever. From 25 to 27 March 2025, 45 professionals from law enforcement and community organisations across seven European countries convened in Bratislava, Slovakia, for an intensive three-day seminar focused on early identification of radicalisation risks and the practical application of structured assessment tools. |
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Mentoring Skills Sharpened for Inclusive Refugee Support: The IN2PREV Project’s 1st Capacity Building Training Seminar
Refugees and asylum seekers often arrive in host countries carrying trauma, uncertainty, and complex needs. For many, the path to integration is further complicated by legal hurdles, social isolation, and inconsistent support systems. These conditions can create vulnerabilities that, in extreme cases, may be exploited by radicalising influences. Addressing these risks requires targeted, informed, and empathetic support from those working closest with these communities. From the 15th to the 17th of January 2025, 47 professionals from law enforcement agencies and NGOs gathered in Poznań for a capacity-building seminar that marked the first of three in-person events designed to complement the IN2PREV project’s online modules. |
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Key Takeaways from the 2nd IN2PREV Network Panel Thematic Debate: Addressing Radicalisation Assessment
The 2nd Network Panel Thematic Debate (NPTD) on Addressing Radicalisation Assessment took place online on February 21, 2025, bringing together 41 participants from 12 European countries. The event facilitated discussions among professionals from law enforcement, non-governmental organisations, research institutions, and international organisations, reflecting the expanding scope and relevance of the IN2PREV project. |
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Key Takeaways from the 2nd IN2PREV Cross-Sectoral Roundtable: Advancing Radicalisation Prevention and Refugee Integration through Cross-Sectoral Collaboration
Benefiting from the perspectives shared by researchers and frontline practitioners from across 15 European countries, the 2nd Cross-Sectoral Roundtable of the IN2PREV project contributed to highlighting key insights on the state of cross-sectoral collaboration in Europe. Held on December 5th, 2024, the event brought together network members and opened with a presentation on the state of cross-sectoral collaboration in Europe, given by the IN2PREV Project Coordinator BSAFE Lab/UBI. This presentation included an introduction to the Practical Handbook of Collaborative and Cooperative Practices, developed within the framework of the IN2PREV project, which highlights 26 best practices for establishing preventive mechanisms for law enforcement agents working with refugees and asylum seekers. |
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Frontline Practitioners' Gathering Reiterates the Importance of Cross-Sectoral Collaboration in Preventing Radicalisation and Refugee Integration
The 1st IN2PREV Transnational Network Workshop provides a platform for frontline practitioners to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaborative approaches to prevent refugees and asylum seekers’ vulnerability to radicalisation and support their integration into European societies. The 1st Transnational Network Workshop of the IN2PREV Frontline Practitioners Network, held online on November 6th, 2024, brought together researchers and frontline practitioners from the law enforcement and non-governmental sectors, marking a significant step forward in building collaborative networks among frontline practitioners across Europe. With 38 members in attendance, the event featured interventions by three key organisations within the IN2PREV network. |
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1st Steering Committee Meeting (Kick-off meeting) in Lisbon, Portugal – January 2023
A new transnational European partnership emphasises the need for an integrative approach to preventing refugees’ and asylum-seekers’ vulnerability to radicalisation. With refugee crises pressingly affecting Europe since 2015, and with the additional challenges posed by the conflict in Ukraine, several demands are being stressed across various European regions. First, the assistance refugees receive must go beyond fulfilling short-term immediate needs. Then, considering the potential risk factors derived from their experience, it is essential to make efforts to prevent them from becoming radicalised. |
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2nd Steering Committee Meeting (online) – May 2023
A new network involving community organisations, law enforcement agencies, and expert academics is fostering cooperation and knowledge exchange regarding the challenges of refugees and asylum seekers’ integration into host societies. This network is promoted by a European partnership aiming to prevent radicalisation by improving this integration process. As Europe continues to grapple with an ongoing influx of refugees due to crises created by climate change and conflicts such as the one in Ukraine, the need for a comprehensive approach to refugee integration has become increasingly evident. |
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3rd Steering Committee Meeting in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina – October 2023
This transnational European endeavour is actively addressing the needs of NGOs and LEAs professionals who work with refugees and asylum seekers in European host and transit countries. Its primary objective is to prevent radicalisation by ensuring successful inclusion and integration. In the face of the global refugee crisis, Europe stands at a critical juncture. The continent has witnessed a significant influx of refugees, a demographic marked by its diversity and unique challenges. These challenges revolve around fostering the successful inclusion of refugees into host societies while simultaneously preventing radicalisation within this vulnerable population. This dual objective is a shared concern among European nations. In this context, the IN2PREV project stands out as an example of innovation and collaboration. |
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4th Steering Committee Meeting (Online) – May 2024
Amid Europe's ongoing efforts to integrate refugees and asylum seekers effectively, a transnational initiative is committed to prevent radicalisation through successful social inclusion. The project leverages a comprehensive approach involving law enforcement and community training,to foster a sustainable environment where they can integrate and contribute positively to their new communities. As Europe continues to face the complexities of refugee influxes, the challenges of integration and radicalisation remain at the forefront of societal concerns. Addressing these issues requires more than just meeting immediate needs; it demands a long-term commitment to supporting refugees and asylum seekers in their new environments. |
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1st Cross Sectoral Roundtable
Fostering Integration: The Significance of Mentoring Programs With the rising numbers of refugees and asylum seekers in Europe, the need for effective strategies to support their integration and counteract the threats of radicalisation is paramount. A pivotal solution in this landscape is the implementation of mentoring programmes, which have emerged as powerful tools in promoting integration and preventing radicalisation. |
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Enhancing Radicalisation Prevention:
A Review of the IN2PREV Project’s Developing Risk Assessment Tool The IN2PREV project aims to prevent radicalisation by effectively integrating refugees and asylum seekers into host societies. By providing law enforcement agencies (LEAs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) with innovative tools and training, this transnational initiative addresses the challenges and vulnerabilities associated with radicalisation processes within these vulnerable populations. A key development of the IN2PREV project is the Frontline Extremism Vulnerability Risk – Structured Evaluation Screening (FEVR-SES) tool. This tool assesses both the risks of radicalisation and protective factors, aiding practitioners in designing and implementing targeted interventions. It evaluates various risk factors, including social isolation, exposure to extremist ideologies, and economic instability. |
