Global Counterterrorism Forum
| Abbreviation | GCTF |
|---|---|
| Formation | September 2011 |
| Purpose | Counterterrorism |
| Headquarters | The Hague, The Netherlands |
| Website | https://www.thegctf.org/ |
The Global Counterterrorism Forum is an informal, apolitical, multilateral counter-terrorism platform that was launched officially in New York on 22 September 2011.
The GCTF's goal is to strengthen capabilities in order to develop a strategic, long-term approach to counter terrorism and prevent the violent extremist ideologies that underpin it. The GCTF's mission is to diminish terrorist recruitment and increase countries’ civilian capabilities for dealing with terrorist threats within their borders and regions.
The outcome documents of the forum are non-binding and not intended to create legal obligations for national governments.