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Discover MoreThe World Anti Extremism Network (WAEN) is an international non-profit organization that strives to create a world without violent extremism and authoritarianism by promoting peace, pluralism and freedom for all. Headquartered in Canada, WAEN works to combat and eradicate all forms of extremism worldwide.
Linda, an inspiration in the worldwide freedom movement, tirelessly advocated for freedom until her last minute of life. Her mantra, especially for youth, was “Just Do It,” encouraging direct action in support of freedom causes worldwide. In her memory, we've chosen to feature “Just Do It” as a button on our website's Global Ambassador program, where we are uniting youths worldwide for freedom.
At the “Freedom Stage” program of the World Anti Extremism Network, we interview individuals who have experienced extremism and authoritarianism firsthand, as well as those who have ideas on how
We at the World Anti-Extremism Network are thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast, “Scholarly.” This series will feature scholarly talks and discussions with experts from around the
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Canada’s national public policy think tank, and the World Anti-Extremism Network, hosted a dialogue on March 11, 2024, in Toronto under the title of “Toronto Dialogue on
We are delighted to share the news of our first translated book, "Foundations of A Free Society," which is written by Dr. Eamonn Butler, the director of the Adam Smith
In Toronto Event Venue on December 14, 2023, we hosted a panel titled "Saving the World from Dictatorships: A Panel on Defending Freedom, Democracy, Human Rights, and Countering Extremism &
While the world is dealing with many conflicts and challenges from extremism groups and authoritarian regimes, freedom activists from over 13 countries, including the United States, North Korean Escapees, Hong
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo — Uganda again rejected United Nations allegations that it is backing M23 rebels in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo after Kinshasa summoned the Ugandan charge d'affaires Read more
LAHORE, Pakistan — Authorities in Pakistan said Friday they had caught an internationally designated senior al-Qaida operative, describing him as a close aide of the terror network’s slain leader, Osama bin Read more
WASHINGTON — The United States issued Yemen-related counterterrorism sanctions on Thursday targeting individuals and entities linked to Houthi financial facilitator Sa'id al-Jamal. The Treasury Department said the actions affected a dozen Read more
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo — At least 70 people, including nine soldiers and a soldier's wife, were killed when armed men attacked a village in western Democratic Republic of Congo, Read more
ISLAMABAD — Police in Pakistan said Wednesday that a roadside bomb blast near the border with Afghanistan tore through a vehicle, killing a former senator and his four companions. Initial police Read more
YAOUNDE, CAMEROON — The Multinational Joint Task Force in the Lake Chad basin says several hundred fighters from jihadist groups Boko Karam and Islamic State West Africa Province have fled to Read more
GABORONE, Botswana — Violent extremist groups linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State group are growing in size and influence across Africa, fueling worries that as they improve their tactics they Read more
Beirut, Lebanon — An Iraqi fighter from an Iran-backed group was killed in an overnight airstrike in eastern Syria near the Iraq border, the group and a war monitor said Saturday. Read more
IN THEIR OWN WORDS: With opportunities for journalists limited since the Taliban’s return to power, Farogh Tarin and her family left Afghanistan in pursuit of a better life. Now in Read more
President Biden's withdrawal from the race has raised concerns among the people in Ukraine about continued U.S. support in its fight against Russia. Anna Chernikova on how Ukrainians are reacting. Read more
Ukrainians react to the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Days after NATO allies called Beijing a Ukraine war enabler, China and Russi begin joint naval drills. President Read more
A horrific scene in Ukraine’s capitol Kyiv following a barrage of Russian missile strikes hit Kyiv's main Children’s hospital. Anna Chernikova on scene describes the destruction and says it will Read more
Russian attacks on Ukrainians cities, including the capitol Kyiv continued through the weekend. Hungary's nationalist government, which has a history of blocking or delaying funds and arms for Ukraine took Read more
Russian missile attacks hit Ukraine's major cities, causing death, injury and infrastructure damage. The first EU portion of frozen Russian assets are expected to be delivered to Ukraine Monday. At Read more
After a weekend peace summit on Ukraine, Russia's war in grinds on with fresh air attacks that leave tens of thousands without power. Nearly eighty countries represented at the Summit Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris will take part in next weekend’s Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland along with nearly 90 countries and organizations plan to attend. Ukraine says it struck one Read more
Ukraine imposed emergency power shutdowns in most of the country on Sunday, after Russia unleashed large-scale attacks on energy infrastructure and claimed it made gains in the eastern Donetsk province. Read more
Russian missiles struck a popular shopping mall in Ukraine’s second largest city of Kharkiv lover the weekend, killing at least 18 people and wounding dozens more. Spain has pledged to Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced criticism from a press advocacy group as he visited Washington this week to address Congress and hold talks at the White House. Robin Guess Read more
Attacks, arrests and restrictions on journalists including over coverage of youth demonstrations is causing concern among Kenyan media. Journalists are taking to the streets to protest. Juma Majanga covered the Read more
washington — Foreign government-funded organizations, including news outlets such as VOA and the BBC, could soon be outlawed in Russia under draft legislation that passed through the State Duma, the lower Read more
Phnom Penh — A $7 million grant to bolster independent media in Cambodia is being welcomed by the country’s journalists. The United States Agency for International Development, or USAID, in July Read more
HONG KONG — A Hong Kong court on Thursday rejected a bid by the legal team of jailed pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai to end his ongoing national security trial, which is Read more
Russian courts convicted two American journalists on Friday, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty editor Alsu Kurmasheva. Press freedom advocates say both are wrongfully detained. Read more
Trial of Alsu Kurmasheva a ‘mockery of justice’ says RFE/RL president as Russia sentences journalist to more than 6 years in jail Read more
Rome — Italian politicians including Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed outrage Sunday after a journalist was beaten up in the northern city of Turin by suspected neo-fascists. On Saturday night, the Read more
Russia sentenced Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in prison Friday in a trial widely seen as a sham. VOA’s Steve Baragona narrates this report from Liam Read more
Victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future. Read more
Lhakpa Sherpa, who has climbed Everest more than any other woman, wants to inspire women and girls. Read more
South Korea said it would request a meeting with International Olympic Committee Chairman Thomas Bach. Read more
They were being treated for injuries they say were sustained after police tortured them in detention. Read more
Survivors of the Tanzania-flagged Fu Shun said they swam "with all their lives" to shore. Read more
Authorities are racing to contain the oil spill and prevent it from reaching the capital, Manila. Read more
Many said she did not appear to express the same level of sympathy towards those who had died. Read more
A hacking group has been hunting information in areas from uranium enrichment to tanks and submarines. Read more
The patrol comes amid US warnings of deepening ties between China and Russia. Read more
Police say a gang attacked three remote villages in Papua New Guinea, killing at least two dozen. Read more
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Toronto, Ontario, M1L 0E5 Canada
Toronto, Ontario, M1L 0E5 Canada