PREVENING VIOLENT EXTREMISM (PVE)

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Tens of thousands of people of different faiths, races and nationalities have been affected by violent extremism in recent years. The recent prevalence of terrorism is demonstrated through: 

• Nearly ten-fold increase of the deaths from violent extremism from 2000 to 2015 (from 3,329 to 32,685)12; and; 

• Two-thirds of all countries in the world, or 106 nations, experiencing a terrorist attack in 201616. 
   

Tolerance and understanding of diverse ideas and cultures is at the heart of 2030 Agenda, particularly SDG 16 on building peaceful, just and inclusive societies. 

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Sport plays a vital role in preventing violent extremes by diverting young people away from crimes and violence and strengthening youth resilience through: 

• Sharing commonalities between people from different backgrounds and reducing stereotypes; 

• Promoting positive values and channelling emotions through peaceful means of expression; 

• Helping those affected by violent extremism to rehabilitate; and 

• Developing resilience and critical thinking skills. 

From an economical perspective, sport is a highly effective way to tackle youth crimes and anti-social behaviour, delivering $5 value for every $1 invested through savings related to reductions in truancy,
ill-health and crimes.