TERRORISM AND COUNTERTERRORISM

Unanswered questions
Side affects on counterterrorism
Media, terrorism and the Internet ( freedom of expression)
Human Rights violations in response to terrorism ( How serious it is?)
Implications of the Arab Awakening
Warning the public an responsible crisis communication prior during and after terrorist attacks
Strengthening public resilience

International Center for Counterterrorism
The Hague (ICCT) is an independent think and do tank providing multidisciplinary policy advice and practical, solution-oriented implementation support on prevention and the rule of law, two vital pillars of effective counter-terrorism.
1) Why do people join terrorist organizations?
Why do they choose violence?
2) Integration with «Formers» in order for them to go back to «normal» life

ICCT

Fear and resilience
After the 11th of September investments into counterterrorism were increased
Terrorism has a great impact on society which diminishes effectiveness of counterterrorism
High level of fear causes:
Distrust and stereotyping
Preference for tough actions and simple explanations (by Media)
Polarization of society

Fear and impact Management
Organization of fear management
Cooperation
Establishing partnerships with relevant actors
Listening to the public`s concerns ( it`s important to give honest answers and avoid secrecy to help authorities to avoid further attacks
«Gold hour» ( Give factual information; explain current situation)
In case of incomplete picture give concise messages in one tone of voice. Keep communication with public no matter what – no news is good news. Be aware of risk of overreaction and avoid unnecessary rhetoric

Resilience
The authorities have to care for the public
Do not focus on the direct victims but also the survivors or traumatized ones
Fear/impact management should be a part of counterterrorism
Terrorism will become less affective

Future of terrorism
Impossible to predict the changes of weapons and tactics
Insight into possible future
Look at past attempts to avoid terrorism and add to this list another ways
Obvious forecasts:
Terrorism will exist
It`s not static terrorism will definitely change
Terrorism is influenced by many factors : economical, geographical, political, ethnic, religious etc.