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“Extremism is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance, that aims to (1) negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others or (2) undermine, overturn, or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights, or (3) intentionally creates a permissive environment for others to achieve the results in (1) or (2).”
New definition of extremism Guidance, March 2024
“These new Prevent statistics show a continuation of the worrying trend we have been warning of for some time – that the average age of those in our casework is getting younger…It might seem shocking that very young children are being supported by Prevent to move away from extremism and terrorism, but when those young children are being exposed to harmful ideologies and extremist content then we must try to protect them in any way we can.”
Detective Chief Superintendent Maria Lovegrove, Counter Terrorism Policing’s Head of Prevent
Join us at the Prevent and Extremism in Schools Conference for a valuable opportunity to enhance your skills in safeguarding students. This conference offers practical insights into tackling extremism in educational settings. Our expert-led keynotes will cover key topics such as identifying radicalisation signs, understanding legal responsibilities under the Prevent Duty, and using the latest digital tools for online safety. Connect with fellow professionals, share best practices, and leave with actionable strategies to protect your school community.
This conference is an essential event for anyone committed to creating safe and inclusive school environments. Attendees will learn effective methods for preventing and intervening in cases of extremism, promoting critical thinking and resilience among students, and collaborating with community partners. With a mix of informative sessions and networking opportunities, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to implement robust safeguarding measures in your institution. Join us to be part of a collective effort to combat extremism and ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
Who should attend?
Designated Safeguarding Leads, Deputy DSLs, Pastoral Leads, Headteachers, Assistant Heads, Deputy Heads, and other members of the SLT
This conference will enable you to:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the various forms of extremism affecting schools.
Learn about the sociopolitical and economic factors driving extremism in educational settings.
Develop skills to identify early signs of radicalization among students.
Understand the latest legal requirements and compliance obligations under the Prevent Duty.
Make appropriate referrals with the emergence of prejudice and racism in the implementation of the Prevent Duty in mind
Learn to implement a multi-tiered prevention and intervention strategy tailored to school environments.
Discover effective ways to build resilience in students against extremist ideologies.
Understand the importance of promoting critical thinking and media literacy in combating extremism.
Learn to develop and implement comprehensive digital literacy programs for safe internet use.
Understand the role of mental health professionals and law enforcement in supporting safeguarding efforts.
Explore case studies of successful prevention and intervention strategies in schools.
Learn how to collaborate with community partners and external agencies to enhance safeguarding measures.
Understand who learners with SEND can have heightened vulnerability, and how you can act to safeguard these students
Be better informed about the rise in incel culture and how this new form of extremism links with the Prevent Duty
Improve your staff training to ensure that staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills to recognize and address signs of extremism
