Page contents Page contents Welcome to the first 2026 EU Knowledge Hub newsletter!January has framed the year ahead, bringing together practitioners, policymakers, and partners to exchange practices, test new approaches, and reflect on shared challenges in prevention. From thematic cooperation and regional peer learning to preparations for European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, the month highlighted the Hub’s role as a space for connection and action. In our Portrait section, meet Alexander Ritzmann, a German researcher and advisor who combines policy insight and field expertise to track extremist networks and translate complex research into practical PCVE solutions. This edition also features expert articles on the use of restorative justice after conflicts exacerbated by political violence, education as a driver of evidence-based prevention, an in-dept analysis of the evolving incel ecosystem, and the changing face of neo-Nazi extremism. We spotlight Finland’s new RADIA Knowledge Centre in our “Projects in the Field” section and share fresh resources: from the German and French versions of the first issues of our Digital Magazine, to a new brochures and factsheets webpage, plus key outcomes from recent Thematic Panels and strategic communications work. Thank you for joining our community dedicated to preventing radicalisation and fostering a safer, more resilient Europe! Highlights of the Hub's Latest Activities A Strong Start to 2026: Advancing Prevention, Learning, and RemembranceJanuary set the tone for the year ahead, bringing together practitioners, policymakers, and partners to exchange practices, test new approaches, and reflect on shared challenges in prevention. From thematic cooperation and regional peer learning to forward-looking preparations for European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, the month highlighted the Hub’s role as a space for connection and action.Read more Portrait Navigating Extremist Networks Through the Lens of Alexander Ritzmann: Strengthening Prevention in EuropeGerman researcher, Alexander Ritzmann, combines policy insight and field expertise to track extremist networks, develop practical PCVE solutions, and support Europe-wide collaboration, translating complex research into actionable strategies against radicalisation and violent extremism.Read more News from the EU Expert Voices The Contribution of Restorative Justice to De-Radicalisation of Violent Extremism: The Ararteko-Ombudsman of the Basque Country´s ApproachBuilding on the Basque Country’s experience, restorative justice emerges as a powerful tool to support de-radicalisation and healing after political violence. Through dialogue, accountability, and victim-centred encounters, the Ararteko demonstrates how restorative practices can rebuild trust, reduce reoffending, and foster lasting peace.Read more Creating Evidence-Based Resources for Education to Counter Violent ExtremismDeveloped by the EU and Morocco under the GCTF Education Initiative, new resources highlight how education can strengthen evidence-based PCVE efforts. Introduced at the Rabat Concluding Conference, they offer practical tools, training, and evaluation frameworks to translate a decade of lessons into action.Read more The Incel Phenomenon: Structures, Narratives, and InteractionsFrom lonely support forums to a sprawling online subculture, Inceldom has evolved into a networked ecosystem that reshapes personal distress into grievance, misogyny, and sometimes violence-adjacent narratives. Explore how platform dynamics, “pill” ideologies, and AI-driven amplification fuel radicalisation risks and pose growing challenges for cybersocial security and prevention.Read more From Neo-Nazi Terror Cells to Networked Violence: What the Dismantling of The Base in Spain Tells Us About the Evolution of Violent ExtremismFrom Neo-Nazi Terror Cells to Networked Violence: What the Dismantling of The Base in Spain Tells Us About the Evolution of Violent ExtremismRead more Projects in the Field How Do You Bridge Research, Policy and Practice in PCVE? Meet RADIA Knowledge CentreEstablished in 2025, Finland’s RADIA Knowledge Centre bridges research, policy, and practice to strengthen evidence-based prevention of violent extremism. Through training, evaluation, and knowledge interaction, RADIA supports a whole-of-society approach that turns research and professional expertise into practical, impactful PCVE action.Read more Resources Stay Updated on Upcoming EventsCheck our always-updated online calendar to follow all upcoming events and initiatives.Read more New Webpage with Brochures and Fact SheetsOur website just got a refresh! Explore the new webpage featuring brochures and factsheets, providing easy access to key resources on prevention and countering violent extremism. Practical, clear, and ready to download for policymakers, practitioners, and curious readers alike.Read more Conclusion Paper: "Local Resilience Building: Understanding Challenges and Strengthening Democratic Foundations"The 3rd meeting of Thematic Panel 4 explored how local communities can strengthen democratic resilience against polarisation, hybrid threats, and disinformation. Through strategic communication, participatory engagement, and the CORE model framework, the panel highlighted evidence-based approaches to empower civic actors, build trust, and prevent radicalisation effectivelyRead more Conclusion Paper: "Media Monitoring Reports Presentation"The Strategic Communications Meeting reviewed the EU Knowledge Hub’s first bi-monthly Media Monitoring Reports, highlighting how systematic analysis of traditional and social media helps identify polarising narratives and radicalisation risks. Insights and feedback from Member States will guide the refinement of the monitoring service, strengthening evidence-based PCVE strategies across Europe.Read more Conclusions Paper: “Undesirable Foreign Funding and Influences: Challenges and responses”The 2nd meeting of Thematic Panel 7 explored the strategic threat of Undesirable Foreign Funding and Influence (UFF/UFI) in the EU. Experts highlighted cross-border extremist financing, hybrid threats, and foreign influence operations, and proposed actionable measures to strengthen intelligence, strategic communication, and community resilience across Member States.Read more #1 Digital Magazine (FR – DE versions)The first edition of our digital magazine “The Hub. Insights” is now available in German and French. Released alongside the 21st European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, it highlights the crucial role victims and survivors play in preventing and countering violent extremism. Read inspiring stories that turn pain into action and elevate the voices of those often unheard.Listen to the first episode Contact Us Stay in the LoopSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest updates and resources from the Hub. Be part of our community working to prevent radicalisation and strengthen resilience across Europe.More Discover More on our WebsiteVisit our website for in-depth resources, latest updates, and expert insights on P/CVE initiatives.More Interested in Staying Updated on the EU Knowledge Hub’s Activities?Join the conversation! Follow EU Knowledge Hub on Prevention of Radicalisation for expert insights, practical resources, and the latest updates on building safer, resilient communities across Europe.
A Strong Start to 2026: Advancing Prevention, Learning, and RemembranceJanuary set the tone for the year ahead, bringing together practitioners, policymakers, and partners to exchange practices, test new approaches, and reflect on shared challenges in prevention. From thematic cooperation and regional peer learning to forward-looking preparations for European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, the month highlighted the Hub’s role as a space for connection and action.Read more
Navigating Extremist Networks Through the Lens of Alexander Ritzmann: Strengthening Prevention in EuropeGerman researcher, Alexander Ritzmann, combines policy insight and field expertise to track extremist networks, develop practical PCVE solutions, and support Europe-wide collaboration, translating complex research into actionable strategies against radicalisation and violent extremism.Read more
The Contribution of Restorative Justice to De-Radicalisation of Violent Extremism: The Ararteko-Ombudsman of the Basque Country´s ApproachBuilding on the Basque Country’s experience, restorative justice emerges as a powerful tool to support de-radicalisation and healing after political violence. Through dialogue, accountability, and victim-centred encounters, the Ararteko demonstrates how restorative practices can rebuild trust, reduce reoffending, and foster lasting peace.Read more
Creating Evidence-Based Resources for Education to Counter Violent ExtremismDeveloped by the EU and Morocco under the GCTF Education Initiative, new resources highlight how education can strengthen evidence-based PCVE efforts. Introduced at the Rabat Concluding Conference, they offer practical tools, training, and evaluation frameworks to translate a decade of lessons into action.Read more
The Incel Phenomenon: Structures, Narratives, and InteractionsFrom lonely support forums to a sprawling online subculture, Inceldom has evolved into a networked ecosystem that reshapes personal distress into grievance, misogyny, and sometimes violence-adjacent narratives. Explore how platform dynamics, “pill” ideologies, and AI-driven amplification fuel radicalisation risks and pose growing challenges for cybersocial security and prevention.Read more
From Neo-Nazi Terror Cells to Networked Violence: What the Dismantling of The Base in Spain Tells Us About the Evolution of Violent ExtremismFrom Neo-Nazi Terror Cells to Networked Violence: What the Dismantling of The Base in Spain Tells Us About the Evolution of Violent ExtremismRead more
How Do You Bridge Research, Policy and Practice in PCVE? Meet RADIA Knowledge CentreEstablished in 2025, Finland’s RADIA Knowledge Centre bridges research, policy, and practice to strengthen evidence-based prevention of violent extremism. Through training, evaluation, and knowledge interaction, RADIA supports a whole-of-society approach that turns research and professional expertise into practical, impactful PCVE action.Read more
Stay Updated on Upcoming EventsCheck our always-updated online calendar to follow all upcoming events and initiatives.Read more
New Webpage with Brochures and Fact SheetsOur website just got a refresh! Explore the new webpage featuring brochures and factsheets, providing easy access to key resources on prevention and countering violent extremism. Practical, clear, and ready to download for policymakers, practitioners, and curious readers alike.Read more
Conclusion Paper: "Local Resilience Building: Understanding Challenges and Strengthening Democratic Foundations"The 3rd meeting of Thematic Panel 4 explored how local communities can strengthen democratic resilience against polarisation, hybrid threats, and disinformation. Through strategic communication, participatory engagement, and the CORE model framework, the panel highlighted evidence-based approaches to empower civic actors, build trust, and prevent radicalisation effectivelyRead more
Conclusion Paper: "Media Monitoring Reports Presentation"The Strategic Communications Meeting reviewed the EU Knowledge Hub’s first bi-monthly Media Monitoring Reports, highlighting how systematic analysis of traditional and social media helps identify polarising narratives and radicalisation risks. Insights and feedback from Member States will guide the refinement of the monitoring service, strengthening evidence-based PCVE strategies across Europe.Read more
Conclusions Paper: “Undesirable Foreign Funding and Influences: Challenges and responses”The 2nd meeting of Thematic Panel 7 explored the strategic threat of Undesirable Foreign Funding and Influence (UFF/UFI) in the EU. Experts highlighted cross-border extremist financing, hybrid threats, and foreign influence operations, and proposed actionable measures to strengthen intelligence, strategic communication, and community resilience across Member States.Read more
#1 Digital Magazine (FR – DE versions)The first edition of our digital magazine “The Hub. Insights” is now available in German and French. Released alongside the 21st European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, it highlights the crucial role victims and survivors play in preventing and countering violent extremism. Read inspiring stories that turn pain into action and elevate the voices of those often unheard.Listen to the first episode
Stay in the LoopSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest updates and resources from the Hub. Be part of our community working to prevent radicalisation and strengthen resilience across Europe.More
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