The Prevention of Terrorism Program advances research and policy engagement on the evolving nature of violent extremism, terrorism and counterterrorism responses across the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region. The program analyses the drivers, trends, and impacts of violent extremism, including radicalization pathways, recruitment networks, and the role of local, regional, and global dynamics in shaping terrorist threats.

Through trainings, expert dialogues, and strategic advisory outputs, the program engages governments, security agencies, civil society, and international partners to strengthen resilience against terrorism and violent extremism.
The goal of the program is to promote preventive, context-sensitive approaches that address the root causes of extremism, strengthen community resilience, and enhance institutional capacity. It aims to support coordinated and sustainable responses that balance security imperatives with the protection of human rights and the rule of law.