Radical - My Journey Out Of Islamist Extremism

Explore a compelling journey from Islamist extremism to liberal democratic values in this 46-minute talk. Delve into Maajid Nawaz's personal transformation, from his early years as a youth leader and recruiter for a radical Islamist group to his current role leading a think tank focused on citizenship, identity, religious freedom, and extremism. Discover the pivotal experiences that shaped his perspective, including four years in Egyptian prisons and encounters with torture dungeons and solitary confinement. Learn about the impact of Amnesty International and the process of reconciliation. Examine the rise of fascism and consider its potential spread to North America and the UK. Gain valuable insights into the complexities of extremism and the power of personal growth and change.

Introduction
A slum I awaken
My personal story
Joining the dots
Torture dungeons
Solitary confinement
Musrara prison
Amnesty International
Reconciliation
The rise of fascism
Can we bring this to North America
Can we bring this to the UK