Why are autistic children an extremism ‘threat’ in this latest harm of Prevent?
The latest in the harms of Prevent training is that it links children with autism to extremism, using high numbers of referrals to ‘evidence’ this mistaken assumption. While ma
Michaela School case reveals unusual forced secularism
The hearing revealed a rigid hierarchy, where teachers’ judgements could not be questioned and where they 'curated' discussions, even at break times.
new report calls for end to prevent data collection
This report by Open Rights Group is supported by Prevent Watch, and uses real cases and analyses responses to FOI requests. A must-read for all concerned.
why prevent threatens long-term public security
Prevent upends legal principles because it operates before any intention is voiced or even formed, especially in children, securitising young people and harming their - and our - f
latest prevent statistics direct us to the ‘alternative’
The latest Prevent statistics direct us to an answer that lies in following practices that preserve trust and will allow better access to public services, while restoring them to t
portcullis house address: how prevent violates rights
Three main concerns about the Prevent strategy that are linked to civil liberties and human rights formed part of a recent presentation at Portcullis House.
How self-censorship on palestine could backfire
From self-censorship to democratic disengagement, the real impact of Prevent on young people should make the government reconsider Prevent – so, why are they only increasing the
What students and staff can Expect from the prevent strategy this academic year
Here are the most important developments in the Prevent strategy and essential takeaways for students, parents and staff for 2023/4.
The Expert View: Prevent, data collection and children’s rights
The UK's Prevent counter-extremism strategy involves data collection and retention that is far from public scrutiny. It is a form of surveillance that can remain with a person for
dr layla aitlhadj highlights peoples review of prevent at prevent watch end of year event
Speaking at the Prevent Watch annual update event this year, Director Dr Layla Aitlhadj mentioned the importance of the People's Review as the government review of the strategy con