The book "Countering Violent Extremism" offers a comprehensive analysis of the gender dynamics and power relations associated with various forms of violent extremism. It is based on extensive research conducted in Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom in 2015 and 2016, including interviews and focus groups with approximately 250 participants. The authors examine the concepts of gender-specific radicalization and highlight how different social, local, individual, and global factors influence the pathways to extremist groups for both men and women. Additionally, a critical analysis of gender roles in the context of terrorism is presented, along with a summary of current political measures in the five countries studied. The book is aimed at academics, policymakers, students, and interested readers who wish to develop a deeper understanding of this contemporary phenomenon.