Women in Strengthening the Family for Prevention of Violent Extremism Through Tolerance and Peace Values

Abstract

This article aimed to describe the role of women in their families in preventing violent extremism in communities of the district of Lamongan, Indonesia and Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia. Based on community engagement, the article also described how women are able to raise awareness of the mindset of their families and educate the public on how to understand religious tolerance and the importance of peace in the world.