Matthew Tyris

Matthew Tyris graduated from York College of Pennsylvania in 2017 with a degree in International Relations. Throughout his college career, Mathew found an interest in terrorism and cyberspace. This led to him to conduct analysis on topics such as terrorism recruitment strategies and a study on international law in cyberspace. He involved in York Colleges National Model United Nations Team in New York City.

After graduating from York College of Pennsylvania Mathew decided to work for City Year AmeriCorps in Philadelphia. At City Year I assisted at-risk youth in subjects such as math, literacy, and Social Emotional Learning for over 1700 hours. I found the greatest sense of satisfaction when I was just talking with them, answering their questions and allowing them to speak their mind and expand their thoughts. This is why Rise to Peace’s mission to educate youth resonated with me so deeply, and was one of the many reasons I applied for the position.

Mathew works as a Counter Terrorism Researcher with Rise to Peace, focusing on Digital Extremism.The position will allow Mathew to research two topics of interest, terrorism, and cyberspace. “During my time here I plan to showcase the issue of digital extremism and share insight pertaining to propaganda and recruitment strategies through cyberspace”, Said Mathew.