Engaging with violent Islamic extremism : local policies in Western European cities / Floris Vermeulen & Frank Bovenkerk ; FORUM Institute for Multicultural Affairs.

The Hague : Eleven International Publishing ; Portland, OR : International Specialized Book Services (distributor), c2012.

205 pages ; 22 cm.

The terrorist attacks at the start of the new millennium shook the world. In Western countries, the new threat of 'home-grown' Islamic terrorism has directed the authorities' attention towards local Muslim communities. Islamic terrorism is generally seen as a sign of the lack of integration of these communities. Authorities therefore often opt for preventive policies in which the engagement with Muslim organisations and spokespersons plays a significant role. However, this engagement comes with its own problems and dilemmas. Should authorities aim for a broad representation of the community or instead go for selective engagement? Are non-violent fundamentalist organisations also to be seen as the enemy? Should authorities enter into public debate with extremist organisations? Is it wise to link anti-radicalisation policies to more general integration policies?

English

September 03, 2013

Includes bibliographical references (pages 197-205).