International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

 From 14:40 to 15:10  Participants will debate on the Theme 2: Empowering Victims through Education: Parliamentary Views, Expert Contributions, and Youth Engagement.   This session will discuss how education empowers victims of terrorism in preventing violent extremism and counter-terrorism . Experts will share legislative insights, highlight community resilience, and the role of young in prevention and recovery . The aim is to identify strategies that support victims and foster social cohesion through education.   Panellists : • Ms.Fatima Akilu, Executive Director, Neem Foundation, Nigeria • Mr. Mattias Karlsson (Sweden), member of parliament, HLAG former Chairperson and current member • Mr. Gennaro Migliore, President Emeritus of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) • Mr. Imrana Buba, Founder of the Youth Coalition Against Terrorism • Mr. Guillaume Denoix de Saint Marc, Vice-President of the V-Europe

On August 21st , the IPU will mark the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism with a high-level webinar focused on Educational Policies for Preventing Terrorism and Empowering Victims. The event will gather parliamentarians, education experts, civil society, and victims’ representatives to discuss how inclusive, victim-centered education can prevent violent extremism and support recovery, especially among young victims . Parliaments play a crucial role in promoting laws and policies that foster peace, human rights, and social cohesion while recognizing the unique needs of those affected by terrorism .  MPs, education experts, and victims' representatives will convene on August 21st, the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, to consider how education can be leveraged to counter violent extremism and uphold human rights . During the webinar, experts will share positive case studies that support victims and co...