”Security events are less important than our responses to them.” Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar

A Forum on Violent Extremism in Tamale

Boarder Peace

Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar

Boarder Peace

Mutaru Mumuni and his team interacting with some stakeholders after a program.

West Africa Centre for Counter-Extremism (WACCE) was founded in 2014 as an independent regional organization focused on Preventing Violent Extremism and conflicts in West Africa. It was founded in response to the increasing numbers of youth succumbing to extremism in West Africa. The year 2014 marked the deadliest year for terrorism globally since September 11, 2001 Attacks. With over 7,000 lives lost, West Africa did not only experience extremist violence on the biggest scale, but it was also the deadliest region globally for terrorism fatalities. Our research and outreach programs are intended at uncovering the drivers of radicalization and violent extremism to support state and regional counter-terrorism policies and strategies. For more than 10 years we have worked with local communities, state and non-state actors to deepen understanding around violent extremism and its drivers and helped to build resilience against the threat. We have worked to dissuade 23 radicalized youth from travelling to join extremist groups and have empowered more than 9,600 youth and community representatives to serve as effective peace ambassadors for peace and resilience in their communities. Our experience in the region has taught us that context is fundamental to any effective intervention. As security in the region continues to evolve, it requires a dynamic, innovative and multifaceted approach. WACCE employs such approach in combination with relevant partnerships and local community collaborations.

Our Programs

Building Peace Clubs in

WACCE is working with local community actors and school leaders to build local understanding around Violent Extremism and Radicalization.

WACCE Marks 10 Years

WACCE Marks 10 Years of Championing Peace and Security…

Violent Extremism Drivers in

Northern Ghana, like many northern regions of Coastal States of West Africa, suffer from pervasive youth unemployment, underdevelopment, prolonged civil conflicts and marginalization.

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April 15, 2024

The Youth and Violent

Young people are not just important. Young people are everything. Our chances of building a sustainably peaceful and prosperous future are hinged on building a strong productive youth today.

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April 15, 2024

The Threat in West

The threat of violent extremism in West Africa is…

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April 15, 2024

Ghana’s Exposure to Violent

The Threat of Violent Extremism to Coastal States: Ghana’s…

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April 15, 2024

Reports

Women in PVE

Our mission is anchored on Challenging Extremism, Promoting Pluralism and Inspiring Peace. Empowered women are more effective at preventing violent extremism and building resilience for inclusive peace.