It all starts with
Compassion.
Founded by former extremists, we are committed to helping people leave the violent far-right. We are dedicated to inspiring all people to a place of compassion and forgiveness — for themselves and each other.
Our Impact
Each year, more than 250,000 people in the United States are victims of hate crimes. The vast majority are violent and more than half go unreported. Between 2008 and 2017, 71 percent of extremist-related fatalities in the U.S. were committed by members of the far right or white-supremacist movements.*
Since the deadly attack in Charlottesville, Life After Hate has helped more than 150 individuals, families, and inmates grapple with extremist hate groups. With each passing week, more are asking for our help.
* U.S. Department of Justice, Anti-Defamation League Center on Extremism
30+
thousand supporters
Since our founding in 2011, our reach has grown to include thousands of people across the globe who support our mission.
150+
men and women helped
We've helped more than 150 people confront violent extremism; and thousands more deal with hate in their communities.
50+
formers actively involved
Our ExitUSA program includes an online support group where men and women in different stages of de-radicalization can share resources.
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October 2017
We’re really working to not only help the individuals who have disengaged from groups, but for those who are willing to speak out publicly.
Angela King / Read Full Article
Our Programs
& Partners
Our core services stem from the foundation of our members’ reformed ideology and unique experiential immersion within the world’s most violent extremist organizations.
Exit USA
ExitUSA provides support to individuals who are looking to leave racism and violence behind. The organization uses a variety of strategies, including public awareness campaigns, individualized education and job training programs, and leveraging community partnerships to help individuals get their life back on track.
Formers anonymous
Formers Anonymous is a group of men and women who have identified a shared problem of attachment and addiction to a grossly irresponsible, criminal and/or drug (including alcohol) lifestyle, including the addictive pull of related thoughts and behaviors, commonly referred to by many as "street life."
against violent extremism network
The Against Violent Extremism (AVE) Network is a unique and powerful global force in the ongoing struggle to tackle violent extremism. Former violent extremists and survivors are empowered to work together to push back extremist narratives and prevent the recruitment of at-risk youths.
strong cities network
Launched at the United Nations in September 2015, the Strong Cities Network (SCN) is the first ever global network of mayors, municipal-level policy makers and practitioners united in building social cohesion and community resilience to counter violent extremism in all its forms.
Peacemakers
Vol. 1 issue 2 spring 2019
The latest issue of the Life After Hate newsletter, Peacemakers, is now available!
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