Faster, younger, less predictable: The new face of radicalisation in Australia

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Experts say anger and resentment are directing young people towards extremism, alongside "a rise in hard misogynistic views".

Radicalisation is happening faster, at a younger age, and is less ideologically coherent, experts told a parliamentary committee this week.

The committee also heard misogyny is one of the strongest factors determining extremism, as are feelings of anger.

Treating children who are on the path to radicalisation as victims of grooming instead of would-be terrorists is one of the suggestions made by associate professor Josh Roose, research and policy director at the Dor Foundation, a non-profit organisation researching antisemitism and hate.

"Teachers aren't trained to spot extreme political perspectives among young people. But it may help by reporting the issue and add to the intelligence picture, enabling authorities to intervene at the right point and avoid a terrorism designation," he said.

Senator Raff Ciccone, the committee's chair, told SBS News that this week's hearing provided insights into how young people can be drawn towards radicalisation online, including on gaming and chat platforms.

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"Algorithms shape what young people see online and can steer them towards extremist content," Ciccone said. "We also heard how misogyny online can act as a gateway to more extreme views.

"A key question for this inquiry is what online platforms can do to protect children from being drawn into violent extremism."

The eSafety Commissioner found weak age assurance and detection on major services.

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