Preventing violent extremism: The Power of Diverse Voices

Summary

Conflict is rising worldwide. 2024 saw a 25 percent increase in violence from the previous year, affecting at least two billion people. Some regions face even greater instability, as violent extremism worsens humanitarian crises and threatens global peace, security and development. Preventing violent extremism (PVE) starts by addressing its root causes—poverty, exclusion, and lack of opportunity. The International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism, serves as a reminder to highlight the power of inclusion and collaboration in building a safer world. Extremism thrives where people feel excluded, unheard or hopeless. UNDP partners with women, youth, local authorities, and religious leaders to expand economic opportunities, strengthen communities, promote peaceful dialogue, create safe digital spaces, and counter hate speech. Here’s how diverse voices are shaping real change.

Keywords

PVE, UNDP, prevention, extremism