Advancing Global Security

Through Research-Driven Strategies to
Prevent Violent Extremism.

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Advancing Global Security

Through Research-Driven Strategies to Prevent Violent Extremism.

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Advancing Peace And Security

Founded in 2015, the International Center for the Study of Violent Extremism (ICSVE) delivers field-driven research, training, and strategic counsel to leaders, security professionals, and civilian communities worldwide. Our work focuses on:

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    Capacity building and programmatic support

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    Countering and developing alternative narratives

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    Strengthening community resilience

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    Managing prevention and intervention efforts

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    Specialized CVE and counterterrorism training

Rooted in Deep Expertise

ICSVE emerged from the work of Dr. Anne Speckhard, whose two decades of experience in counterterrorism laid the foundation for a team with diverse academic and professional expertise. Our interdisciplinary approach drives real-world impact across global regions and complex threat environments.

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Challenging Extremism Online

As extremist and terrorist organizations exploit digital platforms for recruitment and propaganda, ICSVE combats their influence with research-driven counter messaging. Our approach includes:

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    First-person interviews with over 800 terrorists and violent extremists

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    Terrorist testimony to act as powerful counter-narratives

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    Evidence-based video content to disrupt terrorist and extremist propaganda

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    Emphasis on understanding the roots of radicalization and online environments promoting violent extremism

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Research With Real Impact

ICSVE’s fieldwork spans the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Central and Southeast Asia, and the Balkans. Our research archive includes:

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    277 ISIS interviews

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    16 al Shabaab interviews

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    Hundreds of militant jihadists

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    55 white supremacists

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    Over 300 counter-narrative videos

Trusted Global Advisor

We provide research, training, and strategic guidance to:

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    U.S. government agencies: State, Defense, Justice, Homeland Security, Health & Human Services, FBI, Congress

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    International bodies: NATO, OSCE, the EU Commission and EU Parliament, UN Women, United Nations Countering Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (UNCTED), United Nations Office of Drug and Crime (UNODC), INTERPOL and Europol

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    Foreign governments and embassies

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    Media organizations including CNN, BBC, NPR, Fox News, MSNBC, The New York Times, and more

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Partnering for Lasting Change

ICSVE collaborates with scholars, creatives, policymakers, and donors who are equally committed to building a safer, more resilient world. We welcome partnerships that advance global counter-radicalization, elevate frontline efforts, and expand research-driven solutions. Support the frontline fight.

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