The Role of International Organizations in Establishing Moderation and Promoting Social Cohesion

Hussein, Haneen Faiq; Hussein, Suha Sami

doi:10.63677/jqlap.2025.165278.1435

The Role of International Organizations in Establishing Moderation and Promoting Social Cohesion

https://doi.org/10.63677/jqlap.2025.165278.1435

Volume 17, Issue: 1 part 2
Spring 2026

Pages 383-398

AL-Qadisiya Journal For Law and Political Sciences

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

Haneen Faiq Hussein

Suha Sami Hussein

Al-Mustansiriya University / College of Political Science

Abstract

Moderation is considered one of the essential values for the stability of societies and their ability to confront intellectual, political, and social challenges. With the increase in the phenomenon of violent extremism, the need to activate the roles of international organizations in promoting the values of moderation and tolerance and consolidating social cohesion has become urgent.

This research aims to analyze the efforts and contributions of international organizations, especially the United Nations and its specialized agencies (such as UNESCO and the United Nations Development Programme), in addition to regional organizations such as the European Union, the League of Arab States, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, in confronting violent extremism, building a culture of peace, and promoting the values of moderation and coexistence. It also examines international agreements, reports of UN institutions, as well as Arab and international academic studies.
The study emphasizes that consolidating moderation and enhancing social cohesion requires a comprehensive participatory approach that integrates the efforts of international organizations, national states, and civil society, ensuring a balance between security needs and respect for human rights.

Keywords

Extremism

moderation

social cohesion

international security

legal framework