De-radicalization and Reintegration of "Terrorists": Practical Insights from Bangladesh (2024.07.31)

This seminar featured expert presentations and discussions by experts on the current state and challenges of de-radicalization programs in Bangladesh.

Professor Imtiaz Ahmad from the Department of International Relations at the University of Dhaka presented on the progress of the country's de-radicalization programs and the importance of cultural counseling. This was followed by a presentation from Afsana Mimi, a prominent Bangladeshi actress and cultural counselor, who shared insights on practical approaches to social reintegration, using the arts as medium to open up their minds. In addition, psychologist Saidul Islam offered his analysis of psychological counseling methods, which support enhancements of former violent extremist offenders’ cognitive and problem solving skills, as well as redefinition of their identities and objectives of their lives.