Founded in 2006, ISD is now the leading global ‘think and do’ tank dedicated to understanding and innovating real-world responses to the rising tide of polarisation, hate and extremism of all forms. We combine anthropological research, expertise in international extremist movements and an advanced digital analysis capability that tracks hate, disinformation and extremism online, with policy advisory support and training to governments and cities around the world. We also work to empower youth and community influencers internationally through our pioneering education, technology and communications programmes.

Innovating, trialling and scaling data-driven solutions across our unique networks of community influencers, city and government officials and tech sector partnerships, we work to mount a soft power strategy, proportional in influence and impact to the ever-more sophisticated, cross-border polarisation and recruitment machineries of state and non-state actors promulgating hate, division and conflict.

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ISD (Institute for Strategic Dialogue)

Arabella Phillimore

Anonymous

Michael Weiss

Nick Dugdale

Isabelle F.

Tim Squirrell

Moustafa Ayad

Milo Comerford

Melanie Smith

Jennie King

Francesca Arcostanzo

The Research and Policy Team at ISD is dedicated to conducting in-depth analysis and research on the factors driving polarization, hate, and extremism. They develop evidence-based policy recommendations and innovative strategies that inform government actions and community initiatives. By leveraging their expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, they aim to empower stakeholders and implement effective, data-driven solutions to combat extremism and foster social cohesion.

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