Taking a Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) approach, this case study focuses on how peace education curricula provide a positive counterweight to the identity- based divisions fostered by violent extremist groups in Pakistan and respond to signs of violent extremism in the larger Pakistani culture. It discusses how taking a broad educational approach enables direct intervention with students and parents to prevent their joining violent extremist groups, promoting community resilience rather than stigmatizing individuals.
Understanding Polarisation, Radicalisation & Extremism