This document discusses the history and present state of Nazism and neo-Nazism globally. It defines Nazism as the ideology of the Nazi party and state in Germany, founded in 1919. Neo-Nazism emerged after WWII and refers to fascist, white supremacist groups that continue to espouse Nazi beliefs. The document traces the rise of neo-Nazi skinhead groups in western countries from the 1960s onward and their targeting of ethnic and religious minorities. It also outlines some of the largest active neo-Nazi organizations currently operating in several countries like the US, Germany, Russia, and France.