HSToday's Inaugural Terrorism Prevention Forum

HSToday's Inaugural Terrorism Prevention Forum

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

Hosted in partnership with American University, HSToday will bring together leaders from government, law enforcement, academia, and civil society to examine the evolving landscape of prevention and highlight innovative, real-world approaches to stopping threats before they emerge. 

We will discuss the state of prevention efforts, cutting-edge practices in the field, and the growing role of technology and community-based strategies in building resilience and enhancing public safety.

Welcoming: 

  • Matt Kriner, Founder, Institute for Countering Digital Extremism (ICDE)
  • Kaitlyn Tierney, Director of Research & Programs, Diverting Hate
  • Christine German, Director of Research, Polarization & Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL), American University
  • Bill Braniff, Editor-At-Large, Prevention, Homeland Security Today; Executive Director of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab, American University; Former Director, Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3), U.S. Department of Homeland Security

In partnership with: 


Mary Graydon Center, American University
Mary Graydon Center 305 & 306 4400 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington D.C., 20016
Please park in the Nebraska Avenue Lot.
Event Contact
Kalyna White
(571) 318-7313
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (EDT)
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