Countering radicalization

Countering radicalization

Quebec will introduce legislation aimed at combatting the radicalization of religious followers. The new bill seeks to give police and people close to potential victims new tools to dissuade them from following radical organizations.
Two Concordia experts can share their views on what factors contribute to people becoming radicalized and what measures can counter extreme movements.

André Gagné is a professor in the departments of Religion and Theology
Cell: 514-999-4188
Andre.gagne@concordia.ca
Interviews in French and English

Kyle Matthews is senior deputy director of the Montreal Institute for Genocide and Human Rights Studies (MIGS)
Cell: 514- 975-8160
Kyle.matthews@concordia.ca