Led by Experience. Driven by Action.
Rise to Peace was founded by Ahmad Shah Mohibi, born in Afghanistan’s conflict and fought alongside U.S. forces in Operation Enduring Freedom.
We study terrorism—how it grows, recruits, and spreads—and target its networks, online and off. We inform the public and deliver clear, practical strategies to stop violent threats.
This isn’t theory. It’s real.
Our Recent Work
Latest Articles
America’s Emerging Years of Lead: Christian Nationalism and the Architecture of Stochastic Terror
Who’s Liable for Terrorist Content? Navigating Platform Responsibility in a Fragmented Global Legal Order
Mapping Human Impacts in a New Era: Liminal Warfare’s Distinct Impact on Human Security
Shopping for Identity: The Ideological Incoherence of the Palm Springs Suicide Bomber
From Propaganda to Playbook: The Lasting Media Template of ISIS
The Liminal Agent: A New Model of Online Radicalisation?
Tradwives with a New Voice: Reframing Femininity in a Polarized Digital Age.
In Loving Memory of Pope Francis
The Terrorist in the Feed: Understanding the New Economy of Terror
The Two Faces of Türkiye: Chaos erupts as Erdoğan’s rival İmamoğlu, is detained — here’s why it matters.
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Research & Analysis
Our frontline research and informed analysis unravels the grassroots causes of terrorism and extremism so that we can offer actionable prevention strategies.
Education & Awareness
We implement localized educational projects available to all members of civil society that focus on objectives of kindness, rather than division and hate.
Policy & Practice
We gather renowned experts at high level discussions to share knowledge on the best practices to prevent extremism and terrorism with the public.
Connect for Change
We provide opportunities to people of diverse backgrounds to connect with each other, exchange ideas, and collaborate to counter the universal scourge of terror.
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