article_snippet: The use of former jihadists as poster boys is precarious for the Australian government, as former jihadists need to ensure the subjects have not committed any crimes or been prosecuted in the past.
article_snippet: It is illegal to fight with a listed terrorist organisation, to fight against government forces in a foreign country and to travel to parts of Iraq and Syria without a lawful reason.
article_snippet: Furthermore, the Australian government would need to keep the Australian government support for the individual clandestine, since a government allegiance would thwart the individual's credibility in the eyes of the would-be jihadis.
article_snippet: The use of reformed jihadis to deter radicalisation is precarious, since the Australian government cannot endorse criminals, and fighting for a terrorist organisation is against the law .
article_snippet: While the federal government is believed to be seeking a suitable candidate to voice the federal government message, the federal government have yet to come across one that fits the criteria.
highlights_snippet: The government must ensure the subjects are not convicted of any crimes .