About Prevent

Prevent is about working together to safeguard those vulnerable to radicalisation.

Radicalisation can happen when a person develops extreme views or beliefs that support terrorist groups or activities.

Prevent is a national programme that aims to stop people from becoming radicalised into supporting terrorism or becoming terrorists. It works to ensure that people who are susceptible to radicalisation are offered appropriate interventions, and communities are protected against radicalising influences. Prevent is about supporting young people and offering guidance and support.

Radicalisation can happen when a person develops extreme views or beliefs that support terrorist groups or activities.

There are different types of terrorism, and Prevent deals with all of them.

Prevent is run locally by experts who understand the risks and issues in their area, and how best to support their communities. These experts include local authorities, the police, charities and community organisations.

Please see the file below for the latest up-to-date information about PREVENT.