We are pleased to announce that Prof. Rafał Pankowski, a lecturer at Collegium Civitas, has been appointed as the head of the Radicalisation Awareness Network Policy Support advisory group, a team of experts selected by the European Commission to address radicalization issues.

Prof. Pankowski’s extensive experience in sociology, particularly in researching racism and extreme nationalism, has earned him international recognition. Previously, he served as a consultant in the Tolerance and Non-Discrimination Department of the OSCE and collaborated with prestigious organizations like the Royal Institute of International Affairs (commonly known as Chatham House) in London and the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna.

As a key member of the Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN), Prof. Pankowski, alongside fellow experts, will play a pivotal role in identifying and addressing crucial threats associated with radical movements. Moreover, he will contribute to shaping priorities for European Union research programs, including Horizon Europe. The RAN practitioners network fosters collaboration among frontline practitioners across Europe, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and strategies to combat violent extremism effectively.

Prof. Pankowski’s appointment not only recognizes his individual achievements but also underscores the high quality of his research work, including that carried out at Collegium Civitas.

Furthermore, we are also proud to acknowledge Dr. Paulina Piasecka, Director of the Terrorism Research Center at Collegium Civitas, who has been a valued member of this network for over a year.

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