The fate of violent extremist groups depends largely on how states respond. This 5-part study by UNDP and the EU explores the localised and transnational factors that influence extremism and violence in South-East Asia, and the actions that are needed by governments and development agencies in order to prevent it.

As part of this study, we interviewed people who had been affected by extremism in different ways. Each story presents at best an incomplete picture, but by sharing aspects of their raw lived experiences, we can begin to better understand what violent extremism means in the context of this diverse region.