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A pathway to terrorism? When to refer to Prevent – and when not to

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As part of your safeguarding work, knowing when to refer to Prevent and when not to is a tricky and fraught area for teachers and schools. Mubina Asaria advises
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When it comes to making Prevent referrals, it can be a tricky area, and schools often seek advice on when to refer and when to deal with something internally (and how to deal with it).

Understanding the importance of Prevent and how to identify the signs that someone might be susceptible to radicalisation will ensure schools can feel confident about making referrals.

However, this isn’t a one-size-fits-all – so let’s explore the key areas for consideration.

 

Protecting students from radicalisation

Protecting students from the risk of radicalisation should be seen as part of a school’s wider safeguarding duties, similar in nature to protecting them from other types of harm.

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