2. What is the Prevent Duty? Part of the 2015 Counter Terrorism and Security Act. A duty to protect ‘people from being drawn into terrorism’ by “extremists.” A duty to promote “British” values. Any organisation in receipt of public funding has a duty to implement Prevent (e.g. Adult Community Learning, FE colleges, 6 th Form colleges, schools etc.) It is a condition of our funding (Skills Funding Agency). Implementation of the Prevent Duty is checked during Ofsted Inspection.

3. The WEA approach (1) WEA recognises and is implementing its legal duty to raise awareness of Prevent. We aim to implement the Prevent duty in a way that is consistent with our mission and social purpose. We aim to ensure that there is a shared understanding across the WEA of our approach to the Prevent duty by offering different modes of training.

4. The WEA approach (2) After you have read this Powerpoint introduction, go on to complete the Education and Training Foundation’s on-line module on PREVENT.https://www.foundationonline.org.uk/https://www.foundationonline.org.uk/ Choose one module appropriate for your role. The modules are:  Prevent for Support Staff  Prevent for Leaders and Managers  Prevent for Practitioners (for tutors and those involved in teaching)  Prevent for Governors and Board Members

5. The WEA approach (3) Here are the key aspects of our approach: 1.The Prevent Duty is part of our Safeguarding responsibilities (e.g. being aware of e-safety/on line grooming, vulnerability to exploitation). 2.It is also about our values and mission and how we demonstrate these in our work. 3.It is about maintaining a sense of proportion. 4.It is about celebrating diversity and promoting community cohesion. It is not about: 1.Scapegoating groups or communities. 2.Limiting freedom of speech (within the context of the law and the Equalities Act 2010).

6. Discussion Point How would you define ‘British Values?’

7. The Prevent duty: Definition of extremism and British values ? Vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs. Pause for thought: What does the definition have in common with WEA values and purpose and our Approach to Education and Learning? How do you already embed some of these values in your teaching or your work within the WEA ? “ ”

8. British values or common values ? In the WEA, we prefer the term “common values”. Here is the WEA statement on our approach to common values: “ The WEA is a democratic organisation committed to education with a social purpose that challenges and develops individuals and communities to overcome inequalities and disadvantage. We do this through participative, supportive and inclusive educational opportunities. We work with and in a range of diverse communities through strong partnerships at a local level. We seek to provide our students with the skills to challenge and question in order to build the resilience required to live in the world in the 21st century and to change it for the better. We believe in social justice and our values as an organisation actively commit us to promote democracy, equality, openness, tolerance and respect. We recognise both the benefits and the challenges of the rule of law. We therefore seek to discuss, understand and promote common values and rights and their realisation through our curriculum and the culture of the WEA. ”

9. Pause for thought In our policy on Prevent, the WEA has asserted its right to discuss “Prevent” and the context of its implementation in a critical questioning way as well as abiding by its legal duty. Think about some of the phrases used in our statement. How can you promote these in your work? “education for a social purpose” “ the benefits and the challenges of the rule of law” “challenging and developing individuals to overcome inequalities and disadvantage” “providing our students with the skills to challenge and question in order to build resilience” “promoting democracy, equality, openness, tolerance and respect”. For further ideas about “education for a social purpose” look at the tutor videos on the intranet…….. http://intranet.wea.org.uk/education

10. In the classroom How might we consciously support the Prevent duty in the classroom?  At the beginning of courses explain our duty in the context of our support for the protection of citizens  Welcome discussion of the WEA’s values and how they challenge fundamentalist belief systems  Consider one or more activities, preferably in the context of your subject that explore this highly topical concern.  Ensure students are aware that they can raise worries or concerns directly with the WEA  Challenge stereotypical or racist views that are presented in the discussions or activities, preferably with factual information.

11. Signs of vulnerability to extremism The online Prevent training for practitioners (Education and Training Foundation) will help you to identify some of the factors that contribute to extremism and some of the signs. Extremism could include: Right wing extremism Animal rights extremism Religious extremism Fundamentalist beliefs generally that assert a “correct” or single way to interpret the world

12. WEA policies and procedures It is important to know that the WEA has policies and procedures required by the Prevent duty. These are: Prevent policy Safeguarding policy Prevent Risk assessment and action plan Whistleblowing policy Student computer use policy Complaints procedure Information sharing Student code of conduct http://www.wea.org.uk/about/policies http://intranet.wea.org.uk/fis/hr/safeguarding

13. How to pass on concerns (1) If you have a concern about a student, the Safeguarding procedures should be followed. This does not mean: You should conduct an investigation yourself.

14. It does mean: You should contact your line manager and outline your concerns. If your line manager is not available, you should contact your Regional Safeguarding Designate or your Regional Office http://www.wea.org.uk/local http://www.wea.org.uk/local If you think there is immediate danger and a threat to life, you should contact the police first. How to pass on concerns (2)

15. On line Prevent Training (1) Now go on to: https://www.foundationonline.org.uk/ https://www.foundationonline.org.uk/ You will need to open an account if you have not already logged in. You will see the following heading: Courses Free online courses > Prevent You should then click on Prevent. Choose one of the modules appropriate for your role: Choose one module appropriate for your role. The modules are:  Prevent for Support Staff  Prevent for Leaders and Managers  Prevent for Practitioners (for tutors and those involved in teaching)  Prevent for Governors and Board Members

16. On line Prevent Training (2) It should take about 50 minutes to complete both the training module and the assessment. If you achieve a mark of 85% you will be able to print off a Foundation certificate recognising your achievement. We need to keep records of all those having completed PREVENT training. Please send or scan a copy of your Certificate to your line manager.