Our Story
Promoting Tolerance, Fostering Dialogue, Advancing Peace —
by Countering Extremist and Hate Speech Worldwide
The International Committee on Countering Extremist and Hate Speech (ICCEHS) is a global initiative established in 2024 to address the alarming rise of extremist and hate speech worldwide. Dedicated to fostering a harmonious and inclusive future, ICCEHS champions peace, tolerance, and constructive dialogue on a global scale.
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As a dynamic and inclusive platform, ICCEHS unites individuals and organizations from diverse cultural, social, and professional backgrounds. Its mission is to develop effective strategies and foster collaborations to combat extremist and hate speech. Through impactful policy changes, awareness campaigns, and cross-border partnerships with governments, civil society, and technology platforms, ICCEHS is paving the way for meaningful change.
Our Principles
The committee adheres to the following core principles:
Peace
Dedicated to promoting non-violence and conflict resolution.
Respect
Upholding dignity and human rights for all individuals.
Tolerance
Encouraging understanding and acceptance of diverse beliefs and cultures.
Engagement
Actively involving communities and stakeholders to ensure sustainable initiatives.
Dialogue
Facilitating meaningful conversations to bridge divides and resolve conflicts.
Transparency
Ensuring accountability and openness in all actions and decisions.
Inclusivity
Embracing diversity by engaging stakeholders from all regions, cultures, and communities to build a truly global perspective.
Our Objectives
Counter Extremist and
Hate Speech
Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to prevent and mitigate hate speech and extremist content, both online and offline.
Promote Peaceful Communication
Foster respectful and constructive dialogue to resolve conflicts and reduce divisions.
Encourage Global Collaboration
Facilitate partnerships among nations, private entities, and non-governmental organizations to address shared challenges effectively.
Educate and
Build Resilience
Enhance media literacy and provide education to empower individuals and communities against the influence of extremism and hate speech.
Focusing on new technologies
The challenge of new technologies, from AI to satellite technologies, commits us to build an observatory on their governance to monitor the full implementation of the fundamental principles we intend to pursue.
Our Approach
We aim to encourage a culture of peace by highlighting what unites people, building on shared values, and reinforcing the importance of respectful communication. Our approach is based on the belief that long-term solutions come through education, engagement, and ethical leadership — not confrontation or censorship.
At ICCEHS, we believe in a positive and proactive approach to addressing extremist and hate speech. Rather than reacting with polarization or division, we focus on promoting values of dialogue, inclusion, and mutual understanding.​
The Team
ICCEHS is guided by a committed leadership composed of: