Project O Five is an independent, Ottawa-based non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing global peace and security through the strategic application of smart power—a fusion of hard and soft power. Founded in 2015 by Kagusthan Ariaratnam, the organization seeks to raise public awareness and develop innovative solutions to global terrorism, radicalization, and systemic inequality. Through Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), policy advocacy, and civil society engagement, Project O Five empowers communities and institutions to address the root causes of violent extremism while promoting democratic values, international cooperation, and inclusive development.
Mission
Our mission is to help create and sustain a State of Global Terrorist Deterrence by harnessing the combined strength of strategic intelligence and civil society–driven soft power. We aim to prevent radicalization and counter terrorism not only through surveillance and security tactics but by fostering global solidarity, promoting equitable development, and inspiring peaceful narratives rooted in dignity, opportunity, and justice.
Vision
Project O Five envisions a borderless world in which global citizens are united by shared values, collective security, and mutual responsibility. In this world, the conditions that foster terrorism—poverty, inequality, exclusion, and statelessness—are addressed through diplomacy, development, education, and cooperation rather than force alone. We believe a truly secure world must be just, inclusive, and informed by the diverse voices of civil society.
Motto
Irreplaceable Intelligencer
Objectives
- Promote Global Security Awareness:
- Educate the public on international relations, radicalization, and terrorism by translating complex security issues into accessible, evidence-based knowledge.
- Leverage Open Source Intelligence (OSINT):
- Gather, analyze, and disseminate strategic intelligence using open sources to inform governments, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.
- Develop Civil Society–Led Counter-Narratives:
- Combat violent extremism by promoting community-led storytelling, intercultural dialogue, and values-based messaging that challenges ideological violence.
- Bridge Global Inequities:
- Advocate for fair distribution of global resources and support policy initiatives that address structural poverty and marginalization, particularly in the Global South.
- Provide Expert Consulting Services:
- Deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective consultancy in security risk analysis, counterterrorism strategies, and threat forecasting for both public and private sectors.
- Advance Smart Power Solutions:
- Combine hard security measures with soft power initiatives—including education, public diplomacy, humanitarian efforts, and development cooperation—to create resilient communities.
- Foster a Culture of Global Citizenship:
- Promote a transnational vision where individuals and institutions collaborate beyond borders to create safer, more equitable societies.
