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SCENOR is a research association based in Vienna, dedicated to the analysis and prevention of violent extremism, radicalisation, and hate. We combine scientific expertise with practice-oriented approaches and innovative methods to sustainably strengthen prevention across society.

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OUR SEMINARS

We offer a range of expert-led seminars on extremism prevention that can be booked on request. Whether on-site or online, these sessions provide practical tools, insights, and strategies for recognising and responding to radicalisation and hate.

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RECENT BLOGPOSTS

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UNITED IN RESPONSE: COLLABORATIVE APPROACHES IN PROTECTING PLACES OF WORSHIP

Protecting Places of Worship: A multi-dimensional approach to security, resilience, and interfaith cooperation in times of crisis.

Annika Scharnagl

Mar 5

THE EVOLVING JIHADIST THREAT IN EUROPE AGAINST JEWISH AND CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES POST-7/10

Jihadist threats rise post-7/10. How Europe’s Jewish and Christian communities face deterrence challenges and the security paradox.

Erik Hacker

Oct 23, 2024

JIHADI ATTACKS AND PLOTS IN EUROPE: A NEW WAVE OF TERRORISM?

Europe's jihadist threat evolves: Fewer attacks but rising plots. Analyse trends, profiles, and emerging tactics in this in-depth report.

Erik Hacker

Aug 9, 2024

FROM MARGINS TO TARGETS: HOW TO COUNTER EXCLUSION AND PROTECT RELIGIOUS MINORITIES

Researcher José Luis Salido-Medina on the dangers faced by minority religious communities due to social and spatial exclusion

José Luis Salido-Medina

May 8, 2024

UNVEILING THE POPULIST PARADOX: HOW FREEDOM OF SPEECH IMPACTS RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND SAFETY

Niels Verster on how populism blurs the line between freedom of speech and religious safety.

Niels Verster

Sep 25, 2023

INSIDE EUROPEAN EXIT WORK: KEY PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES

Understanding Extremist Reintegration: Robert Örell explores European Exit work & delves into successful reintegration strategies.

Robert Örell

Jul 5, 2023

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Check out our free online repository in German language on everything regarding right-wing extremism, Islamist extremism, conspiracy theories and more.

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OUR COOPERATION PARTNERS

Senatorin für Justiz und Verfassung in Bremen, senator for justice and constitution in Bremen

European Foundation for South Asian Studies, EFSAS,

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