A Global Culture to Fight Extremism

Explore a powerful TED Talk by Maajid Nawaz, a former Islamist extremist, as he delves into the reasons behind the success of transnational extremist organizations compared to democratic movements. Discover Nawaz's call for new grassroots stories and global social activism to promote democracy in the face of rising nationalism and xenophobia. Learn about the challenges faced by democratic movements and gain insights into potential strategies for combating extremism on a global scale. This 18-minute presentation from TEDGlobal 2011 offers a unique perspective on the intersection of culture, politics, and social change in the modern world.