Activist checks
The Activist check leverages both proprietary and publicly accessible sources to perform a thorough activism search that will identify potential hires with histories of extreme activist views that could conflict with your business interests.
We understand the risks involved in hiring and provide you with the necessary information to make well-informed decisions to help mitigate any unnecessary risk.
If you require this check, get in touch

Why choose an Activist check?
Most supporters of activist causes act peacefully, respectfully, and within the law. However, some individuals at the extreme ends of these movements may resort to drastic, illegal, and sometimes violent actions against organisations they view as adversaries.
The histories of groups like the Animal Liberation Front or the Army of God illustrate the real threats that extremist activists pose across various industries. An Activist check utilises a wide range of sources to ensure that potential hires are not affiliated with or supportive of any extreme activist groups or causes.
Our Activist pre-employment screening check gives you peace of mind that you are making the right hires within your business, so you can continue to focus on what matters.
What's required?
To purchase this check please send our experts your requirements and we will tailor a solution to you, please inform us if this is for over 50 candidates and whether it is for outside of the UK.
Our refund policy
This product cannot be purchased online and will require you to speak with one of our experts.
In the unlikely event this product has been purchased incorrectly, Reed Screening will facilitate a full refund.
Activist checks FAQs
Employment activist checks review a candidate’s public involvement in activism to assess potential reputational or security risks. These checks help you ensure candidates align with your company’s values and protect your organisation from possible disruptions.
Reed offers expert, reliable activist screening based on decades of experience. Our team delivers fast, accurate results using only ethical, compliant methods. You’ll get clear reports and tailored solutions to help you make secure, informed hiring decisions.
Our activist check reviews publicly available information related to a candidate’s activist activities and affiliations while ensuring full legal and ethical compliance.
We examine:
Social media and online presence: Public profiles and forums for relevant activist content
Media and publications: News, blogs, and articles mentioning activist involvement
Protest and demonstration records: Public links to protests or campaigns
Affiliations with pressure groups: Declared associations with activist organisations
Requesting a tailored activist check package is easy:
Contact us: Use our 'speak to an expert' form, email, or call our team
Discuss your needs: We’ll consult with you to recommend the right checks
Get your proposal: Receive a customised proposal with pricing and services
You can mix activist checks with other screenings products for a complete solution.
Yes, activist checks are legal when carried out ethically and in line with UK privacy laws like GDPR. We only review publicly available information and never use illicit methods. Our process is fair, compliant, and respects candidate privacy at every step.
We use only public, open-source information to conduct activist checks. This includes:
Public social media profiles
Online forums and discussion boards
News articles and broadcast media
Blogs and personal websites
Public records of protests or related events
All sources are ethical, legal, and respect privacy regulations.
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Need checks for 50 or more people?
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