Inaugural Lecture by Professor Andrew Silke, School of Law
Preventing and tackling terrorism requires a clear understanding of terrorists themselves and the circumstances in which individuals and groups turn to violence.
When this understanding is lacking, myth and innuendo can dominate the wider perception of who terrorists are, what drives them, and what might be done to prevent and deter such extremism.
Psychology is increasingly recognised as key to developing an effective understanding of terrorists and terrorism. This talk aims to provide a review of some of the psychological approaches to studying terrorism and the key findings which have emerged.
This lecture will try to assess the overall role psychology has played in developing insight into terrorism, the impact of 9/11 and the subsequent global war on terror. Bearing this in mind, Professor Silke explores some implications in terms of developing effective counter-terrorism strategies. The focus of this lecture is to present a clear and succinct view of what terrorism is, and is not, at the start of the 21st century, and future trends and scenarios.
All Welcome, admission FREE.
For details and registration, contact Miriam Watt 020 8223 2884 or email: m.watt@uel.ac.uk
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