Report radicalisation or extremism
Schools and childcare providers are expected to proactively identify and address the risks of radicalisation, just as they would with other safeguarding concerns.
When to refer
If you notice a change that suggests someone a child or young person may be susceptible to radicalisation, check your concern. If there is a genuine concern about radicalisation, you must share a referral to the Prevent programme.
Referrals can include where there is
· evidence that a child or young person is being radicalised or showing behaviours that suggest they are moving towards terrorism – with or without an extremist ideology being present.
· support for extremist ideas or a mixture of possibility conflicting ideas that are part of extremist ideology, with behaviours of concern.
· an obsession with massacre, or extreme violence (without targeting a particular group).
· being drawn into extremism from a sense of duty or desire for belonging, rather than any strongly held belief.
If something feels wrong, report it. Early intervention is key to preventing harm.
Make a referral
- Complete the Prevent referral form [288.1 KB] [pdf]
- Email it to preventreferraleastsussex@thamesvalley.police.uk
Find more advice on how to report any concerns Making a referral to Prevent - GOV.UK or email channel@eastsussex.gov.uk .
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