Led by Experience. Driven by Action.

Rise to Peace was founded by Ahmad Shah Mohibi, born in Afghanistan’s conflict and fought alongside S.S. forces in Operation Enduring Freedom.

We study terrorism—how it grows, recruits, and spreads—and target its networks, online and off. We inform the public and deliver clear, practical strategies to stop violent threats.

This isn’t theory. It’s real.

Our Recent Work

Afghanistan Evacuation

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The Global War on Terror

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The Afghan Peace Process

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Capacity Building and Mentorship Project

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Afghanistan in 2020: Is Peace Possible?

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Afghanistan 2020

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Elections, Extremism, and the Path Forward for Afghanistan

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How to Counter Violent Extremism

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The Hello Project

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Latest Articles

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Terrorist Arrested. The System That Made Him Still Thrives.

By Rise to Peace US / April 4, 2025

On March 5, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, also known as “Jafar,” an ISIS-K operative…

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• Digital extremism
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Digital Extremism

By Rise to Peace / October 29, 2022

The world has been evolving each day, and by that, society is quickly adapting and changing its means of communication….

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• Environmentalism
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• United Nations

Climate Change Fueled Eco-Terrorism: The Nexus Explained

By Rise to Peace / October 24, 2022

“We are sinking”: A Speech from the Sea Tuvalu’s foreign minister Simon Kofe addressed the 26th United Nations Climate Change…

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Remembering 9/11 in the Wake of Growing Threats

By Ahmad Mohibi / September 11, 2022

As the 21st commemoration of the September 11th terrorist attacks approaches, the solemn anniversary brings a new wave of urgency….

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• United States

Remembering September 11th: The Prevailing Memories of 9/11

By Rise to Peace / September 3, 2022

Remembering September 11th “The Black Swan Theory”, coined by Nassim Nicholas Caleb, describes sporadic, unforeseen, and highly significant events. These…

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• Asia
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Security and Counter-Terrorism Efforts in Southeast Asia

By Rise to Peace / August 29, 2022

The Global Terrorism Index (GTI), a comprehensive study prepared by the Institute for Economics and Peace on the impact of…

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• Afghanistan
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Sexual Repression of Afghan Women: a Taliban’s State-Building Strategy

By Rise to Peace / August 27, 2022

“Women’s security in the home is a reflection of the security in the country. If women cannot be safe at…

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• Al-Qaeda
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US Assassinate Ayman Al-Zawahiri, Al-Qaeda’s Number Two

By Rise to Peace / August 2, 2022

After months of meticulous planning and geographic calculations, President Joe Biden announced that the US had assassinated al-Qaeda commander Ayman…

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• Syria

What the Death of Maher al-Agal Means for the Future of the Islamic State

By Rise to Peace / July 26, 2022

Maher al-Agal was killed in a U.S. drone strike in northwest Syria on July 12, 2022. Al-Agal was a top…

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• Africa
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Katibat Macina: A Growing Threat in Mali

By Rise to Peace / July 12, 2022

According to a statement by the Malian government, heightened attention is on Katibat Macina, an al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist organization, for its…

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LATEST RESEARCH

Special Report On Child Terrorists and Violent Extremism in Afghanistan

Research & Reports

Special Report On Youth and Violent Extremism in Iraq

Research & Reports

Countering neo-Nazi Ideology in the United States: Waging a War of Information

Research & Reports

OUR METHODOLOGY

Research & Analysis

Our frontline research and informed analysis unravels the grassroots causes of terrorism and extremism so that we can offer actionable prevention strategies.

Education & Awareness

We implement localized educational projects available to all members of civil society that focus on objectives of kindness, rather than division and hate.

Policy & Practice

We gather renowned experts at high level discussions to share knowledge on the best practices to prevent extremism and terrorism with the public.

Connect for Change

We provide opportunities to people of diverse backgrounds to connect with each other, exchange ideas, and collaborate to counter the universal scourge of terror.

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