Misogyny and Extremism

Focus on Misogyny and Extremism

When Researching Extremism, Women Face Outsized Risks

Publicly shared and promoted research into extremism shines a light on shadowy organizations and radicalization methods. But that spotlight can put researchers—especially female researchers—at risk.

How Misogyny Can Lead to Extremism

Modern tools wielded by influencers, extremists, and others use misogyny to sway and recruit impressionable children and young men online. It’s why normalizing misogyny is so dangerous.

Fast Facts: 3 Ways Platforms Can Proactively Address Online Misogyny

Online misogyny can negatively impact everyone—men, women, boys, girls, regardless of their beliefs, orientations, or preferences. The Institute for Strategic Dialogue has identified how online platforms can confront it.

How to Support Researchers and Analysts Who Are Targeted Online for Their Work

Extremism researchers require support from their peers and institutions to combat harassment and other online harm.

Gore, Propaganda, and Radicalization Overlap in Extremely Accessible Sites, Researchers Find

Gore-related websites enable the hosting and sharing of illegal videos, primarily featuring extreme violence and graphic content. That includes content produced by terrorist entities.

Violence for the Sake of Violence: Understanding Nonideological Extremism

Several recent U.S. school shootings highlight the growing—and often misunderstood—trend of nonideological terrorism.

For Violent Attackers, AI Chatbots Prove Dangerously Helpful

Researchers found that eight of the 10 leading chatbot platforms helped would-be attackers in more than half of responses, including providing guidance around weapon selection and targeting.