The Alternative Pathways Course and Workbook

The Alternative Pathways toolkit uses a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that pulls from diverse perspectives including trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, SMART (Small, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely) planning strategies, mentorship, life coaching and life skills training, countering violent extremism disengagement and deradicalization-oriented programming, and others, to promote knowledge, skill, self-care, and prosocial development; spiritual and scientific development and empowerment; and the benefits of storytelling