Countering Radicalization – A Discussion with Bart Somers, Mayor of Mechelen
Many thanks to 1989 Generation Initiative for organizing this discussion in EU-Logos office.
Purpose: How can local authorities play a crucial role in combating radicalization, and how can the national level and the EU support these initiatives ?
Belgium is an important area when it comes to people leaving and fighting for the Caliphate, and to potential returns of radicalized adults and children. As a multicultural city, Mechelen includes around 20% of Muslims, mainly from Morocco.