#IS_Fangirl: Exploring a New Role for Women in Terrorism

  • Huey L
  • Witmer E
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Abstract

In this paper we present initial results from an ongoing study of women affiliated with pro-IS networks on Twitter and other social media. Our particular focus is on 20 accounts belonging to individual identified as 'fan girls. ' Drawing on an analysis of Twitter posts from these 20 accounts, we identify key characteristics of the fan girl in an attempt to bring conceptual clarity to this role and enhance our understanding of who these girls are and their potential for radicalization.

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Huey, L., & Witmer, E. (2016). #IS_Fangirl: Exploring a New Role for Women in Terrorism. Journal of Terrorism Research, 7(1), 1. https://doi.org/10.15664/jtr.1211

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