The National Support and Intervention Program is aimed at helping individuals disengage from radical ideologies.
The Albanese Labor government has announced $106.2 million over four years to combat violent extremism in local communities.
The funds will support the new Counter-Terrorism and Violent Extremism Strategy, designed to coordinate a whole-of-society effort to prevent politically motivated violence.
“Prevention is our best defence,” the government’s statement declared, adding that the strategy has been endorsed by all states and territories.
A central focus is the National Support and Intervention Program, which collaborates with state and territory governments to help steer individuals away from radical ideologies and reintegrate them into society.
The Step Together program, modelled on a successful initiative in New South Wales, will also roll out nationwide. Through this programme, concerned individuals can access real-time, confidential online and phone support to address potential radicalisation.
Empowering Communities to Prevent Violence
The strategy prioritises grassroots engagement, funding youth advisory groups to ensure young voices influence counter-terrorism…
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