Strong cultural identity combined with openness to other sources of belonging

This outcome relates to building individual resilience and self-confidence and increasing protective factors against an individual’s radicalisation to violent extremism. Individuals who feel a strong sense of worth and are well connected to society (positive relationships with family and friends) are likely to be more resilient against negative anti-social influences that may lead them down a pathway of radicalisation. A lack of a sense of belonging to mainstream society and connectedness to social institutions such as schools can result in individuals seeking alternative avenues to develop a sense of identity. A CVE program may aim to improve self-efficacy (capacity to cope), increase the level of connectedness an individual feels towards his/her local community, or encourage positive behaviours and attitudes towards self, the local community and the wider Australian community.