Radicalization in the Age of Social Media: Mass Identity Manipulations (MIMs)

Abstract

On November 25, 2020, Dr. Sophia Moskalenko presented on Radicalization in the Age of Social Media: Mass Identity Manipulations (MIMs) at the 2020 CASIS West Coast Security Conference. The presentation was followed by a panel discussion for questions & answers, and breakout rooms for further discussion before closing off the day. The key topics of Dr. Moskalenko’s presentation included social media’s role in mass radicalization, MIMs, and the impact of MIMs in radicalization and de-radicalization efforts.