On July 1, 2025, the NATO Strategic Direction-South Hub, in collaboration with the Mediterranean Women Mediators Network (MWMN), hosted a workshop in Naples on “The Role of Women in (De)Radicalization in Africa and the Middle East.”
The event brought together experts and institutional representatives from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East to explore gender-informed strategies to prevent violent extremism. Discussions emphasized the importance of local leadership, inclusive community engagement, and interregional cooperation, highlighting women’s vital roles in peacebuilding and deradicalization efforts.
