Implications of Rising Extremism for the Security Profession

As with so much else, the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the intersectionality between extremist threats, exponentially increasing their potency. The rise of these threats experienced in the U.S. prior to the pandemic, particularly by right wing extremists and nationalists or separatists, are increasingly mainstream and increasingly global. There is evidence that individuals within these groups are converging with conspiracy groups such as Q-Anon, science-deniers, and anti-vaxers, who are also gaining traction in the mainstream. The mainstreaming and greater prevalence of extremism suggests a need to increase the focus on behavioral threat assessment and workplace bystander programs, the security literacy of the workforce generally, and enhance public and private community partnerships.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Describe global trends in extremism
• List risk factors for radicalization
• Describe the implications of rising extremism for the security profession
• Explore opportunities to move beyond mitigating violence and toward promoting safety

Credit Information

Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.

Presenters*

Diana M. Concannon, PsyD
Dean of the California School of Forensic Studies
Alliant International University

Michael Center
Regional Security Advisor
United Nations

*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.