Non-State Actors in De-radicalization Efforts in Indonesia: The Movement Dynamics and Strategies

The program for de-radicalizing extremist ideologies in Indonesia has evolved into a collaborative effort involving numerous parties in the country. This initiative engages not only state actors, which are official institutions with the formal authority to combat these ideologies, but also non-state actors. The involvement of non-state actors is considered crucial because many of them can more effectively access communities with extremist ideologies through their specific approaches. This article delves into the extent of non-state actors' participation in countering extremist ideologies in Indonesia. The research adopts a qualitative study approach using a literature review method. By analyzing previous studies on this issue, the article maps out the various non-state actors involved, their forms of intervention, and the opportunities and challenges they encounter in the efforts to de-radicalize extremist ideologies in Indonesia.