Related topic:
Types of radicalisation and emerging threats
Description:
This video offers an accessible introduction to contemporary Salafism, explaining its core beliefs, historical roots, and the different ways it manifests in Western societies today. It distinguishes between quietist, political, and jihadi strands of Salafism, highlighting how most Salafi communities in the West focus on personal piety and religious practice rather than political activism or violence. The speaker also addresses common misconceptions, explores why Salafism appeals to some Muslims in Western contexts, and discusses how media narratives often conflate non‑violent Salafism with extremism.
Link:
Language:
English
Date:
18.03.2026
Proposed by:
ELIAMEP
Source:
Program on Extremism at GWU, 2025