Al-Azhar Observatory for Combating Extremism (AOCE) An Overview Considering its international role and noble human mission in promoting global peace, Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has established Al-Azhar Observatory for Combating Extremism (AOCE); a center concerned with monitoring radical thoughts and ideologies of the extremist and terrorist groups and individuals, keeping track of Muslims' affairs around the world, and supporting human values. Mission The AOCE aims at promoting the noble teachings of Islam and disseminating moderation, tolerance, and human fraternity, through providing moderate and purposeful content in 13 languages. Key themes - Extremism & Terrorism - Islamophobia - Refugees - Women affairs - Interfaith dialogue AOCE's Work Mechanism 1- Monitoring all that is published around the world about Islam and Muslims as well as all manifestations of extremism 2- Analyzing all these materials 3- Providing Counter Narratives: All misconceptions and false narratives are investigated and replied to. Media Efforts Using social media outlets, the AOCE publishes its work in various forms including videos and articles. The AOCE also participates in various Egyptian TV channels to spread awareness about its themes of concern. Intellectual efforts A) AOCE produced several publications, including: 1- ISIS Strategy of Polarizing and Recruiting the Youth 2- Islamophobia Increase in Europe 3- A Religion of Mercy 4- Muslims of Burma B) The AOEC has carried out several campaigns including: - The Allege & We Reply - The Concept of Jihad - Mercy for Mankind - You are a Queen C) Quarterlies, these are magazines, including: - Step Forward: An English quarterly magazine - Un Pas En Avant: A French quarterly magazine Outreach Campaigns The AOCE is very keen to reach young people at various surroundings, through: - Conferences - Meetings with the university students - Listen and Talk: a forum to provide young people with the opportunity to express themselves.