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Civil Society Working Groups

Priority Sustainable Solutions LLC is a for-profit consulting firm firmly committed to its non-profit roots - making an impact and furthering positive change that supports more effective and sustainable terrorism prevention, in addition to offering paid services.

In this vision, Priority Sustainable Solutions LLC continues to engage local actors, continuing Palacios' work since 2020, to make effective work of local actors operating in terrorism landscapes more visible.

 

The firm welcomes partnerships and funding that may support the West Africa, Nigeria, or Kenya Priority Sustainable Civil Society Working Groups further connect with local and national governance and further existing prevention and countering terrorism and violent extremism strategies. This initiative has not in the past and is not receiving any funding as of October, 2025.

Since 2022 Tammy Palacios has led two working groups of over 20 civil society organizations across West Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya with local co-leads. This follows Palacios' mapping of over 500 civil society organizations across Africa, hundreds of in-person and virtual interviews, and continued connections, inspired by Tammy's role as Team Lead of MENA Research at the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Project (TTCSP) before Dr. McGann's passing in 2021.

Tammy Lynn Palacios

Founder & CEO

Tammy is a seasoned expert in counterterrorism, leading initiatives aimed at creating sustainable and effective solutions. With a background in policy analysis, she champions localization in security practices.

Jordan Lee

Senior Consultant

Jordan specializes in landscape assessments and technical strategies, providing valuable insights into mitigating targeted violence. His innovative approach supports the development of sustainable practices.

Aisha Khan

Policy Analyst

Aisha’s expertise lies in policy reviews that enhance counterterrorism strategies. Her focus on positive prevention ensures that initiatives address root causes effectively.

Mark Roberts

Research Director

Mark is dedicated to researching terrorist threats. His data-driven approach supports our mission to promote sustainable practices in counterterrorism efforts.

Consulting

Our Mission

Priority Sustainable Solutions LLC aims to prevent terrorism through innovative consulting and advisory services. By employing the Priority Sustainable Counterterrorism Model, we help organizations develop effective, sustainable strategies for safety.

Sustainable Practices

Focused Approach

We prioritize localization and integration of security and development to ensure our solutions are aligned with community needs. This methodology promotes resilience against targeted violence.

Technical Strategies

Informed Solutions

Our technical strategies provide a comprehensive analysis of threats, enabling better decision-making and proactive measures. We deliver tailored solutions for effective counterterrorism.

Community Engagement

Collaborative Efforts

Engaging with local communities is paramount to our approach. We work closely with stakeholders to address challenges and promote sustainable counterterrorism practices.

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