A sociocultural analysis of identity construction in youth participating in a socio-educative program aimed to prevent radicalization

Zineb Emrane Chkara; Beatriz Macias Gomez-Estern; Virginia Martinez Lozano

doi:10.46661/ccselap-13193

Autori

Zineb Emrane Chkara Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Beatriz Macias Gomez-Estern Universidad Pablo de Olavide https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4952-1811
Virginia Martinez Lozano Universidad Pablo de Olavide https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2426-6255

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46661/ccselap-13193

Parole chiave:

Youth Participation, Identity, Radicalization, Social exclusion, Cultural Diversity, Prevention

Abstract

This article analyses youth radicalization processes in a culturally diverse and socially marginalised context in northern Morocco. Radicalization is approached as a multidimensional process linked to identity construction, struggles for recognition and structural inequalities. The study adopts a Participatory Action Research (PAR) methodology, combining participatory workshops, semi-structured interviews, focus groups and participant observation with young people, educators and community actors. The results indicate that vulnerability to radicalization is not primarily driven by ideological factors, but by fragmented identity trajectories, experiences of stigma, perceived injustice and limited opportunities for social recognition. The findings highlight the role of socio-educational initiatives, participatory spaces and intercultural dialogue as key protective factors. The study concludes that prevention strategies should move beyond securitised approaches and prioritise inclusive socio-educational practices that foster recognition, participation and alternative pathways of belonging.

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