Who wouldn’t enjoy a glass of teh-tarik, with a side of thosai or chapati, shared among friends? It is with this time-honored tradition among Malaysians in mind that the Teh-Tarik Talks had been envisioned – series of short videos designed to raise awareness and shape the debate surrounding violent extremism and the factors that contribute to support for terrorist-related activities.
Understanding that directly addressing a dry and serious topic such as terrorism might in itself be not only boring but also potentially controversial , SEARCCT decided to generate interest and disarm misgivings at the same time by combining discussions on countering violent extremism with a popular Malaysian pastime – eating! The themes covered include: the need for holistic education; the role and impact of social media; and giving back to society.
The videos can be found here.