As the EU struggles with the threat of jihad-inspired terrorism within its borders, Denmark has pioneered a programme to deradicalise citizens drawn to the cause of Islamic extremism.<br /><br /> Relative to its size Denmark has seen more of its population leave to become fighters in Syria and Iraq than most EU countries. <br /><br /> The deradicalisation initiative began in the city of Aarhus and such has been its success that the Danish parliament has just voted to extend it to the entire country.<br /><br /> The programme has been integrated into a national anti-crime policy in which schools, police, and social services cooperate.<br /><br /> A key element is prevention; identifying and communicating with young people regarded as potential jihadist recruits. <br /><br /> Euronews’ Valeria Gauriat travelled to Aarhus to find out more about this ground-breaking project. She met people on the frontline of a low-profile but crucial battle, including one former foreign fighter striving to convince other young Danes not follow his path.
