Tēnā koutou - Welcome to Unmasking Extremism, a realm of resources about extremism & related topics, including a special focus on modern scholarly mahi (work) within Aotearoa New Zealand.

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‘Extremism’ is a complex concept and may not always imply a social or security concern. Some content here discusses extremism at its nexus with violence.  Viewer Discretion is advised as the content may be sensitive. Remember to practice self-care while engaging with such material.

Embracing the Fellowship of Diversity: Exclusion not Intended, Inclusion not Endorsement. The noble aim is to foster academic exploration.

Embark on Scholarly Quests: Trek into the Chamber of Wisdom and embrace golden perspectives from Middle Earth academia in a post 9/11 and covid pandemic era.

Forging a New Realm:
This site is currently under construction. Like skilled craftsmen in Middle Earth, creating a knowledge cavern takes time. Your patience and genuine feedback are greatly appreciated.

Lord of the Rings: Tapping into LOTR themes is to make content more approachable and offer a little respite from the weightiness of these topics.

Guardians of the Secret Lore: Measures are in place to shield your data and safeguard your privacy from the watchful eyes of Sauron as you navigate this website.

The Shire Gazette: Uncover news/stories from the heart of Middle Earth. Discover news/stories in the Fellowship Library spanning the vast dominion of Aotearoa NZ.

Chronicles of Podcast Shire: Delve into enthralling fireside chats & revelations with curated podcast links. Explore tales from nearby villages and distant lands.