Extremism and Public Policy in a Pandemic
A discussion of the threat from homegrown violent extremism and the attacks and strategies extremist groups are using during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Category: In the News
From the Desk of the Director – The Virus of Hate
The coronavirus is a global threat, but violent extremists aren’t standing down. Neither can we.
The Thin Line Between Black & Blue
On February 19, 2020, SCI and the USC Black Alumni Association held a panel discussion with current and former African American chiefs of police.
SCI Instructor Dr. John Sullivan Presents Research on Gangs, Cartels in Brazil
During a three-day international seminar, Dr. Sullivan presented, “Transnational Crime and the State: Criminal Insurgencies, Crime Wars, Gangs, Mafias, and Cartels.”
Breaking and Entering: Women of the LAPD
In January, SCI hosted a screening of the short film, “Breaking and Entering: Women of the LAPD.”
Leadership and the Challenges of National Security
During his presidency, George Washington outlined his vision for national security. How has his vision manifested more than 200 years later?
Recapping the 2019 HVE Digital Summit
The digital summit brought together experts to discuss violent extremism in America.
New York Panel Discusses Protecting Houses of Worship
A panel discussion on homegrown violent extremism and protecting houses of worship.
Can a Building Help Thwart The Next Active Shooter?
Using a virtual environment to test how building design impacts active shooter incidents.
From the Desk of the Director – Overcoming Mass Violence, Together
With attacks on schools and houses of worship, is nothing sacred anymore? Is there hope? Yes.
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