9 September 2010
Roskilde University, Copenhagen, Denmark

The seminar explored research on “Islamic Radicalisation among Muslim Youth" that was conducted in Denmark. The speakers discussed among others:

• The links between Islamic radicalisation and integration of Muslim immigrants
• What motivates some young people to join extremist groups
• How to work with youth on tackling religious extremism
• Practical experience from working in Denmark and the UK with youth who are considered radicalised

Speakers:

• Monika Gabriela Dąbrowska - a PhD candidate in St. Andrews, who explores the social consequences of religious conversions.
• Shahamak Rezaei - an Associate Professor at the Department of Society & Globalisation of the Roskilde University and the co-author of the research report ‘House of War - Islamic Radicalisation in Denmark’ published in January 2010
• Marco Goli - an Associate Professor at Metropol University College Copenhagen and the co-author of the research report ‘House of War - Islamic Radicalisation in Denmark’
• Thomas P. Boje - a Professor of Sociology at the Department of Society and Globalisation of the Roskilde University

 

The event was co-organised by the Department of Society and Globalisation of the Roskilde University, Metropol University College Copenhagen and the British Council.