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first: 2015-04-23
most recent: 2015-04-23
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sources: un-security-council

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“Given its geographic location, the Institute is paying particular attention to supporting countries in transition in North, West and East Africa and the Middle East. We believe that such initiatives could serve as a regional catalyst to counter terrorism, radicalization and Violent extremism among young people as well.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“Malta believes that one effective way to counter violent extremism is by strengthening the rule of law and the judiciary in States. Addressing root causes is crucial, and we are firmly convinced that effective counter-extremism strategies should be linked to promoting and protecting human rights and sustainable development. Malta is the proud host of the International Institute on Justice and the Rule of Law, established in June of last year. One of the objectives behind its creation is countering violent extremism through the rule of law and criminal justice by providing rule-of- law-based training to lawmakers, police, prosecutors, judges, corrections officials and other justice-sector stakeholders.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“The programmes range from national initiatives to others that are implemented in conjunction with the European Union and other international partners. They aim to promote integration, awareness and tolerance among the various sectors of Maltese society, including refugees and migrants who have obtained subsidiary protection. The Government implements them through partnerships with non- governmental organizations and the European Refugee Fund. It is important that young people be provided with avenues in which to channel their energy, enthusiasm and talent. The performing arts can make an important contribution to inter-cultural dialogue and are one of the tools we use to facilitate social cohesion and interaction between different segments of society.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“That has always been the View of my Government and is the underlying factor in the national youth policy framework that we have adopted for the period 2015 to 2020. The framework addresses this phenomenon first by supporting and encouraging young people in fulfilling their potential and aspirations while addressing their needs and concerns, and secondly by upporting young people as active and responsible citizens who fully participate in and contribute to the social, economic and cultural life of their nation and Europe. Malta has an array of programmes and initiatives aimed at empowering young people and promoting and supporting the social inclusion of minorities, cultural, religious or ethnic, as well as that of young people with fewer opportunities.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“A better understanding of the needs, aspirations and circumstances of young people therefore becomes an essential tool for addressing that challenge. More inclusive, tolerant societies, in which no one - especially young people - feels left behind or marginalized, are just as important. That requires a participatory approach in which young people feel part of the society to which they belong by also actively contributing to its socioeconomic development. There is perhaps no better way to achieve this than by empowering our younger generation through education, including education in tolerance and non-discrimination. Education is the key to providing young people with the knowledge and skills that will ultimately empower them to reject violent extremism.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“No longer confined to specific countries or regions, this phenomenon is fast becoming one of the most pressing contemporary challenges. More and more violent extremists and radicals turn to modern media to spread their extremist messages. More technologically savvy young people therefore naturally find themselves at greater risk of this threat. By the same token, however, through good use of the media, young people have a particular role to play in countering the extremist narrative and rejecting it. Violent extremism feeds on people's desperation. Young people, often experiencing isolation, exclusion and deprivation, are particularly vulnerable to the designs of extremist groups or individuals who seek to exploit their vulnerabilities, playing on their anxieties and insecurity.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source
“At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to the Jordanian presidency of the Security Council for its leadership in addressing an issue to which my Government attaches particular importance. Malta also aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier on behalf of the European Union. Violent extremism is not a new phenomenon, but the recent dramatic surge in extreme Violent acts by individuals and groups has thrust the issue to the top of the international agenda. For that reason, today's debate provides a most welcome opportunity to discuss the issue from a youth perspective and share initiatives and best practices with one another. Technological progress and the modern media have ensured that the Violent extremist narrative can have a virtually global reach.”
2015-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7432 (2015) · source