Sub-structural Abstracts and Bibliography On Violent Extremism & Terrorism (original) (raw)

The article examines the role of religion in the radicalization process toward violent extremism, specifically through the lens of Australia's first convicted terrorist case, Jack Roche. It challenges prevailing assumptions in counterterrorism policies, arguing that religion's impact is overstated and advocating for a re-evaluation of soft counterterrorism strategies. Additionally, it explores citizen-driven initiatives such as the construction of a peace park in Bali as a means to counter extremist narratives and promote sustainable community resilience against violent extremism.