Far Right Extremism Global Goal 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions Learning objectives: To understand what the far right means and why people have these views To consider how community cohesion could be created Recap what we discussed in last lesson: What is extremism? What kind of extreme views did we discuss last lesson?

Goals & Articles Goal 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions Article 13 (freedom of expression) Every child must be free to say what they think and to seek and receive information of any kind as long as it is within the law. Article 14 (freedom of thought, belief and religion) Every child has the right to think and believe what they want and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights.

What is a extreme far-right view? Right wing beliefs value tradition, they are about equity, survival of the fittest, and they believe in economic freedom. They typically believe that business shouldn’t be regulated, and that we should all look after ourselves. Right wing people tend believe they shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s education or health service. They believe in freedom to succeed over equality Right wing beliefs value tradition, they are about equity, survival of the fittest, and they believe in economic freedom. They typically believe that business shouldn’t be regulated, and that we should all look after ourselves. Right wing people tend believe they shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s education or health service. They believe in freedom to succeed over equality

Why do people form these views? Negative messages about people from minority groups/people from other countries portrayed by the media Vulnerable young people being targeted by extremist groups. The offer of extremist training for young people can be seen as an ‘exciting’ social opportunity for young people resulting in strong friendships. Unemployed young adults sometimes feel that extremism gives them a purpose. Young adults who did not achieve well at school sometimes use extremism as a way to feel that they are succeeding. Influential extremist networks operating in certain areas of the country Family members promoting or encouraging extremism Accessing extremist websites/videos which are hard to regulate - Inappropriate social networking Mis-alignment by some extremist groups to religious beliefs Some citizens feel that they have been treated unfairly throughout life, and want someone to blame or punish. Glamorisation of violence by the media Professionals (such as education, police and health workers) not being sufficiently trained to recognise extremism or to act on concerns What encourages/informs these views? Negative messages about people from minority groups/people from other countries portrayed by the media Vulnerable young people being targeted by extremist groups. The offer of extremist training for young people can be seen as an ‘exciting’ social opportunity for young people resulting in strong friendships. Unemployed young adults sometimes feel that extremism gives them a purpose. Young adults who did not achieve well at school sometimes use extremism as a way to feel that they are succeeding. Influential extremist networks operating in certain areas of the country Family members promoting or encouraging extremism Accessing extremist websites/videos which are hard to regulate - Inappropriate social networking Mis-alignment by some extremist groups to religious beliefs Some citizens feel that they have been treated unfairly throughout life, and want someone to blame or punish. Glamorisation of violence by the media Professionals (such as education, police and health workers) not being sufficiently trained to recognise extremism or to act on concerns

When do these views become extreme? In Britain it is illegal to ‘incite ethnic or racial hatred’ – a law passed in 1986 ‘Hate speech’ is also illegal. Hate speech is any speech that attacks a person on the basis of their gender, race, religion, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation. How to get the balance between free speech and extremist views In Britain it is illegal to ‘incite ethnic or racial hatred’ – a law passed in 1986 ‘Hate speech’ is also illegal. Hate speech is any speech that attacks a person on the basis of their gender, race, religion, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation.

How can we combat these views? Imagine you are a Member of Parliament about to give a speech in the Houses of Parliament to convince people to support your party. Think about how you would promote community cohesion and understanding. Consider: - Why community cohesion, diversity and understanding is important More education in schools around culture, religion and acceptance Teaching people to recognise whether their news source is reliable – advertisement, social media, schools, workplace Holding community events and meetings Drop in sessions with you (as an MP)