Misogyny, Racism and Violent Extremism in Australia

Abstract

Violent extremism has become one of the most pressing concerns for national security in Australia. Recognised by the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), the Australian Department of Home Affairs, and federal and state police as an acute and growing threat, addressing the motivations and pathways of radicalized individuals into violent extremism has become a top security priority. The first objective of Australia’s Safeguarding Our Community Together counter-terrorism strategy is “preventing radicalisation of individuals before an attack takes place, and rehabilitating and reintegrating violent extremist offenders.” The Australian counter-terrorism strategy now recognises ..