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The role of universities in combating intellectual extremism and building peace
Baraa Munther Kamal

Last modified: 2024-09-18

Abstract


ِAbstract

Intellectual extremism and peacebuilding are recent topics of concern to specialists as a resultof increased extremism in the international community at large.

Hence the importance of research. Intellectual security is a fundamental pillar of national stability. It is intended to safeguard human thought from deviation and departures from centrism. It is the effects and risks of deviation on national security that provoke sedition, sectarian conflicts, shadowing and weak family censorship -- as a gateway to intellectual exploitation and extremism -- and the prevalence of violence and crime. Hence the role of governmental or non-governmental universities. Universities have a major role in combating extremism as one of the most important pillars of building society and knowledge. Its mission must be a driver of positive change in their societies, To contribute effectively to the fight against extremism by providing sustainable education and comprehensive mentoring programmes so that universities are an essential partners in building a future based on tolerance and mutual understanding Through education, awareness-raising and the transfer of values and ethics to students through the promotion of human values, tolerance and mutual respect, Universities can contribute to creating a generation that understands the importance of peaceful coexistence and possesses tools of resistance extreme temptations. Encourage social and cultural interaction among students from different backgrounds.