Values as a Factor in Countering Extremism and Terrorism

Introduction. Pluralism, tolerance and loyalty of the global world order permeate subcultures and moral systems. In the universal diversity and contradictions of moral evaluations, several epicenters of solidarity persist, among them the state of crime. Methods. During the research on the declared subject the author used the following generally accepted scientific methods: analysis and summarizing of scientific publications, devoted to the activity of state authorities and local self-government bodies within the framework of preventive measures for prevention of extremist sentiments. Results of the study. The levels of extremism prevention were examined. Under the influence of social, political, economic and other factors most susceptible to destructive influences, radical views and beliefs are more easily formed among the youth. The reasons why young citizens join the ranks of extremist and terrorist organizations and why destructive forces actively use Russian youth in their political interests are indicated. Conclusions. The universal negative moral assessment of crime is expressed everywhere, the crimes are identified with the absolute world evil. Humanity is indeed actively unanimous in its negative assessment of all kinds of crime. In our opinion exactly this moral potential should be involved in the activity of the employees of law-enforcement bodies within the framework of counteraction to extremism and terrorism.

terrorism, counter-terrorism, anti-terrorist policy, public authorities, minors, youth, extremism, extremism prevention, education, crime, morality, morality, law and order, anthropological qualities