Public conference
9:30-11:00 1st Panel
Democracy under pressure – Rule of Law challenged and Europe’s shift to the right
How have the discourse and actual policies regarding migration shifted in the last years in Europe? In how far is this part of an overall shift to the right? What role do fake news and disinformation, especially since the pandemic and the war against Ukraine play a role. How can the latest EU election results be interpreted and dealt with?
Speakers
Moderator: Michalis Goudis
11:30-13:00 2nd Panel
Ways ahead – How to counter right-wing populism and safeguard Human Rights and the Rule of Law in Europe
How can refugees and migrants themselves and civil society in general actively counter the shift to the right? In how far can journalism and media play a role to change the mainstream narratives and stereotypical perceptions? What are legal ways to challenge breaches of Rule of Law and what is the potential of strategic litigation? How can municipalities and the local level despite national and EU level policies support and welcome people on the move?
Speakers
Moderator: Neda Noraie-Kia
