Gun clubs should be trained to detect radicalisation, inquiry told
Gun clubs must be better equipped to spot the signs of radicalisation in members who risk committing violent acts, a shooting organisation official and psychologist says.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard that gun clubs should be trained to detect signs of radicalisation among members. Daniel Gregg, a psychologist and secretary of a shooting association, argued that gun clubs are well-positioned to intervene early in the radicalisation process and should receive proper training.
If gun clubs could recognize warning signs, they could refer individuals to appropriate support pathways, preventing further radicalisation. Mr. Gregg has implemented a behavioural screening framework at his gun club, which includes interviews and mentoring for prospective members. The inquiry also emphasized the need for increased public awareness to help people recognize signs of violent extremism, suggesting that such awareness campaigns should be widespread rather than targeted to specific groups.
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