Countering Violent Extremism - Chemonics International

We employ evidence-based approaches to counter violent extremism, working with government, civil society, and community actors to address local drivers of ideologically-motivated violence across the Middle East and Africa. We design our approaches to establish peaceful avenues for dissent and to empower youth and marginalized groups. Our programs have equipped at-risk groups with the tools, skills, and confidence to engage with their communities and resist the influence of violent extremist organizations (VEOs).

Learn more about our Center for Applied Approaches to Countering Violent Extremism (CVE).

Closing the ‘Rhetoric to Reality’ Gap — Preventing Violent Extremism in Post-Siege Recovery

When violent, ideological groups like the Islamic State establish a foothold, they strengthen their position with a narrative that the government has failed to deliver on its social contract with the Muslim population, particularly with youth. They exploit this “say-do” gap — the disconnect between what governments say about creating an inclusive identity and equal…

4 Best Practices to Counter and Prevent Violent Extremism Through Governance

Despite the recent weakening of violent extremist groups such as the Islamic State and Boko Haram, these threats continue to be a pressing global issue. In the development sector, countering violent extremism (CVE) and preventing violent extremism (PVE) are increasingly high priorities for government agencies and donors. As USAID, the State Department, and others grapple…

News: Chemonics and Alliance for Peacebuilding Host Panel on Countering Violent Extremism

Violent extremism is a pressing global issue that threatens economic growth, youth employment, and geopolitical stability. In the global development community, countering violent extremism and preventing violent extremism continue to be high priorities. Good governance is widely accepted as being key to both, but what does this mean in practice? This question was the focus…

Countering Violent Extremism.

Stacia George

Bridget Burke

Todd Diamond

Michele Piercey

Building Peace in Libya

Addressing Drivers of Violent Extremism

Closing the ‘Rhetoric to Reality’ Gap — Preventing Violent Extremism in Post-Siege Recovery

4 Best Practices to Counter and Prevent Violent Extremism Through Governance

News: Chemonics and Alliance for Peacebuilding Host Panel on Countering Violent Extremism