Policy for Countering Violent Extremism Through Development Assistance

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Reports of violence and atrocities perpetrated by violent extremists have increased in nearly every corner of the globe. More countries than ever endure acts of terrorism from a growing array of VEOs. The toll of ideologically motivated violence—in lives lost, communities destroyed, populations displaced, and resources expended—is an onerous burden that falls heavily on lower- and middle-income countries. USAID has built a significant base of evidence to demonstrate that tailored development assistance can reduce the risks of violence proactively