Possible measures and actions to prevent and counter extremism and radicalization that lead to violence will be the focus of an OSCE Security Days event in Vienna on Thursday, 21 May and Friday, 22 May 2015.
The event will provide a forum for open discussion for participants to look at how the media, education, inter-religious and inter-cultural dialogue, and the empowerment of women and youth can effectively contribute to reducing tensions and turning vulnerable individuals away from radicalization, OSCE reported.
Each session will feature a dynamic, moderated panel discussion among high-level participants, with an opportunity for questions and answers from the audience. Active participation is welcome and encouraged: comments and questions can be sent prior to and during the event via Twitter @osce, using the hashtag #secdays and on Facebook.
Organizations taking part include the UN Alliance of Civilizations, the Union for the Mediterranean, the Network of Religious and Traditional Peacemakers, the King Abdullah International Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue, and the Anna Lindh Foundation, among others.