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This program examines how Australia can effectively safeguard itself against terrorism and violent extremism while upholding its democratic systems and community values.
Participants are required to hold a minimum NV1 security clearance.
What you will take away
By the end of the program, participants will be better equipped to:
- Gain detailed understanding of how Australia addresses terrorism and violent extremism, balancing effective policy and operational responses with the preservation of democratic values
- Learn strategies to disrupt terrorist activities and the importance of fostering resilient, cohesive communities as a preventive measure
- Gain practical insights into the latest counter-terrorism policies, operational constraints, and community-based approaches
- Build confidence to apply these learnings in their professional contexts to enhance safety and social harmony.
Why this program?
This program helps participants:
- Keep pace with legal framework reforms
- Strengthen professional judgement, challenge assumptions and sharpen perspectives
- Network with national security professionals working in this space.
Participants hear directly from current and former practitioners, grounding strategic discussions in real‑world experience and contemporary challenges.
Who should enrol
This program suitable for:
- Officers and executives across Commonwealth agencies, including the National Intelligence Community, law enforcement, border protection, and home affairs portfolios
- State and territory government professionals working in counter-terrorism, police, corrections, emergency management, and community safety roles
- Policy officers, legal advisers and program managers across all levels of government who work on security-related legislation, regulation, or service delivery
- Professionals who need a current, working understanding of Australia's terrorism and violent extremism environment.
Professional development program: for more details or to enrol please email epd.nsc@anu.edu.au.