Across Europe and beyond, incidents of hate crime and extremism are increasing, deeply affecting communities and the specific victimised persons, both physically and emotionally. Many experience lasting trauma, social isolation, and a diminished sense of trust in the institutions meant to support and protect them, directly connected to the notion of secondary victimisation.

Recognising these profound challenges and the growing needs of victim support professionals to provide supportive guidance to these victims, compiling legal frameworks and good practices, the Hate and Extremism: Its Impact on Victims and the Role of Victim Support e-learning course was developed, as part of the VicTory project.

This course examines the evolving manifestations of hate, radicalisation, and  extremism, with a strong focus on their impact on victimisation. It is designed to be practical and hands-on, offering victim support professionals the tools and insights needed to respond effectively to victim’s needs.

Structured into four sequential modules, the course will cover:

• Hate and extremism: Key notions and manifestations
• Discrimination for hate and extemism: Fundamental notions and possibilities
• Best practices and tools 
• Victim-centred solutions and approaches 

Tailored for victim support workers affiliated with victim support organizations or civil society, this e-learning course is primarily delivered asynchronously, allowing participants to progress at their own pace. A live synchronous session will also be offered to encourage reflection and engagement.

The training takes approximately 6–8 hours to complete and provides a certificate upon successful completion.

For more information on the VicTory project, we invite you to visit its website https://www.victoryproject.eu/