Le théâtre comme média de prévention de la radicalisation: évaluation du projet «Nadia»

Prevention in the field of violent radicalization has become a societal issue. Many initiatives and preventive actions are carried out all over Europe, mobilising a numerous media. However, few prevention measures are evaluated. The article focuses on the evaluation of a project conducted by the Théâtre de Liège (in Belgium) around the play "Nadia". It aimed to raise awareness among students about the problem of violent extremism, and to stimulate reflection on the processes involved. The evaluation based on a double methodology has revealed a transformation of the representations of young people concerning radicalization, and effects on the level of knowledge and attitudes.