Oldham's Safeguarding Against Radicalisation
(Prevent) Training

If you are interested in booking a place for this course, please book here. 

Background Information
This training is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, awareness, and confidence to safeguard individuals from radicalisation and extremism. It focuses on the key principle of Notice, Check, and Share, helping staff recognise concerns early, explore them appropriately, and take timely action through the correct channels.

Aims and Objectives
The session provides an overview of the current UK terrorism threat level and examines the main forms of extremism, including Extreme Right-Wing, Islamist Terrorism, and Left-wing or single-issue ideologies. It also explores emerging and evolving risks such as nihilistic violence, violence-fixated individuals, and the links between incel ideology and extremist narratives.

A key focus of the training is understanding how individuals, particularly children, young people, vulnerable adults, and those susceptible to influence, may be drawn into radicalisation. It highlights the growing role of online spaces, social media, and gaming platforms in exposure to harmful content, recruitment, and normalisation of extremist views.

Participants will learn how to notice early warning signs, including changes in behaviour, language, or interests; check concerns through professional curiosity and proportionate information-sharing; and share concerns appropriately in line with safeguarding procedures.

The training also addresses emerging threats, including access to 3D-printed weapons and firearms, demonstrating how the risk landscape continues to evolve and why vigilance is essential.

Importantly, the session provides clear guidance on how we safeguard individuals locally in Oldham, including the Prevent referral process, partnership working, and how concerns are managed through multi-agency frameworks such as Channel.

Time/Date/Venue
10:00-12:00, 28 August 2026, via Microsoft Teams