
International Conference on Youth, Peace, and Violent Extremism
Project ID : IYC/SL/2018/03







Project Description
The goal of the event was to create a discussion platform about the role of youth and their activities in preventing violent extremism, with an emphasis on rights, peace, and pluralism.
Duration
Start date : 30.07.2018
Completion : 03.08.2018
Location(s)
Melaka, Malaysia
IYC Focal Area(s)
Protecting the Environment
Creating Sustainable Societies
Leadership of the Project
IYC Headquarters
Strategic Partnerships
Malaysian Ministry of Youth and Sports and several other organizations
SDG Number
16
Strategic Goals:
To encourage young people to share their experiences and ideas about successful approaches to combating the roots of violent extremism.
To identify the "push and pull variables" that affect violent extremism.
To explore and discuss the role of youth in preventing the conditions that contribute to violent extremism and promoting the long-term viability of peaceful nations.
Fast Facts:
Challenges
Addressed the socioeconomic and political factors that contribute to radicalization.
Solutions
Providing a platform for young people to express themselves and contribute to issues affecting them and society as a whole.
Inclusion of a gender perspective in PCVE strategy execution.
Increased social fairness and inclusion, with equal access to education and work opportunities.
Benefits and Impact
Active engagement of young people is critical to preventing violent extremism and achieving the SDGs, particularly Goal 16, and this conference demonstrated how to perform it effectively.