The Database of Legislation on Definition of Terrorism records countries’ legislation defining terrorism. Consequential penalties for committing or supporting acts of terrorism are also recorded.
The Countering Lone-Actor Terrorism Database (CLAT) recorded incidents of lone-actor terrorism in thirty European countries (EU, Norway and Switzerland).
The emergence of a ‘hacking-for-hire’ marketplace over recent years points to the growing interest in sought-after hostile cyber expertise worldwide. State and non-state actors are increasingly looking to professionals from the burgeoning illegal hacking industry to conduct their illicit cyber operations. Whether it’s spyware scandals, communications infiltration, information theft, corporate espionage, or disinformation campaigns, this murky industry is experiencing a boom...
Link: https://www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/members-event/global-fight-against-commercial-spyware
This database provides an overview of many of the symbols most frequently used by a variety of white supremacist groups and movements, as well as some other types of hate groups. The ADL Center for Antisemitism Research is founded to focus on applied research and evaluation to test, measure and identify impact in the fight against this hatred. It aims to answer questions about how to quantify, understand and prevent antisemitism.
The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping project. ACLED collects information on the dates, actors, locations, fatalities, and types of all reported political violence and protest events worldwide. The ACLED team conducts analysis to describe, explore, and test conflict scenarios, and makes both data and analysis open for free use by the public.
From 28 August – 1 September 2023, the T.M.C. Asser Instituut and the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism will host the thirteenth Advanced summer programme on terrorism, counter-terrorism and the rule of law. In this thought-provoking summer training programme you will focus on the international and domestic legal aspects of countering terrorism and violent extremism, in inspiring and interactive classes by leading academics and practitioners in the field...
Link: https://www.icct.nl/event/2023-advanced-summer-programme-terrorism-counter-terrorism-and-rule-law
UNODC works with Member States to prevent and counter the evolving threats of terrorism and violent extremism. We promote international legal instruments, aid domestic implementation, and facilitate global cooperation. Grounded in legal and human rights norms and aligned with the UN Secretary General’s Common Agenda, we empower communities, reduce vulnerabilities, and ensure no one is left behind. Our inclusive strategies prioritise people's safety, striving for a terrorism-free world.
The UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT has five main functions: (1) Provide leadership on the General Assembly counter-terrorism mandates entrusted to the Secretary General from across the United Nations system, (2) Enhance coordination and coherence across the Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact entities to ensure the balanced implementation of the four pillars of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, (3) Strengthen the delivery of the United Nations counter-terrorism capacity-building assistance to Member States, (4) Improve visibility, advocacy and resource mobilisation
Countering the scourge of terrorism has been on the agenda of the United Nations for decades. In the aftermath of the 11 September attacks against the United States in 2001, the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 1373 (2001), which, for the first time, established a dedicated Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) of the Council.
The Southeast Asia Regional Centre for Counter-Terrorism (SEARCCT) serves as a regional counter-terrorism centre focusing primarily on training, capacity-building, research, digital counter-messaging and public awareness programmes. In collaboration with other governments and international organisations, the Centre also promotes Malaysia’s perspective on the most effective means of countering the threat posed by terrorism.