Published date:
Monday, 3rd April 2023
Oldham Council are offering training sessions which will provide an overview of the links between conspiracy theories and potential violent extremism.
Participants will gain the following knowledge:
- An overview of popular contemporary conspiracy theories and why some have become mainstream
- Discussion about why people find conspiracy theories appealing
- How individuals can start to believe multiple, often contradictory, conspiracy theories
- How conspiracy theories are circulated online
- Ways that influencers use conspiracy theories to promote extremist narratives
- How to discuss this subject with individuals in ways that facilitate critical thinking
Please note that attendees must be based in Oldham Borough and places are limited and will be offered on a first come first serve basis.
If you would like to book a place on either of the sessions, please email Anthony Booth anthony.booth@oldham.gov.uk with your contact details (including organisation & service area) and details of the session you would like to attend. The sessions will be delivered online via Teams:
- Thursday 20 April: 9:30am to 11:30am
- Monday 24 April: 9:30am to 11:30am
Borough: