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Counter-Terrorism Community Engagement: Pitfalls and Opportunities" offers insights into building trust within Muslim communities through community engagement in a counter-terrorism context. The book addresses the complexities of police engagement with Muslim communities, which have a history of distrust. It explores the role of uncertainty in community engagement, cultural nuances associated with demonstrating trustworthiness, and the challenges Muslim leaders face in engaging with both police and their own communities. The book also discusses community perceptions of being targeted by authorities and provides strategies to enhance trust and avoid pitfalls in counter-terrorism community engagement. The themes explored in this book remain highly relevant today, as issues of trust between law enforcement and Muslim communities continue to be pressing concerns in contemporary societies. The insights provided offer valuable perspectives on the complexities of community engagement in counter-terrorism efforts. Jason Hartley's "Counter-Terrorism Community Engagement: Pitfalls and Opportunities" provides a critical examination of the challenges and opportunities in building trust between law enforcement and Muslim communities. It is a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in the intersections of counter-terrorism, community engagement, and cultural understanding.