Levi West
Dr. Levi West is an extremism expert and research fellow at the Australian National University. His research focuses on far-right extremism and the adaptability of neo-Nazi groups, particularly in how they modify their aesthetics and symbols to evade legal repercussions. West has emphasized the historical context of symbol appropriation among neo-Nazis and the operational security advantages these adaptations provide.
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Levi West is an expert in countering violent extremism at ANU.
How Naveed and Sajid Akram became radicalised with Islamic State ideology before horrific Hanukkah shooting
Australia· 2025-12-19
Dr Levi West, a terrorism expert, discussed the need for the Akrams to have relationships with insurgent groups.
Bondi shooting terrorists Naveed and Sajid Akram’s visit to the Philippines’ ‘terrorism hotspot’ island of Mindanao probedAustralia· 2025-12-16
Levi West, a counter-terrorism expert, outlined possible reasons for alleged terrorists traveling to the Philippines.
alleged gunmen travelled to Philippines before ‘Isis-inspired’ shooting – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-16
Levi West is a terrorism authority from the Australian National University.
How can Australia stop the National Socialist Network from thriving?Australia· 2025-11-14
Dr Levi West is an extremism expert and research fellow at the Australian National University.
From rune megaphones to the number 88: Australia’s neo-Nazis have a new look after swastikas banned | Far right
United Kingdom· 2025-09-13
