Freedom of Speech vs Freedom from Humiliation

Speakers: Johan Galtung, Flemming Rose and Anine Kierulf

Plenary session

Speakers:

Johan Galtung: Norwegian Professor of Peace Studies, sociologist and the principal founder of the discipline of Peace and conflict studies.

Flemming Rose: Danish journalist, author and cultural editor at the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten.

Anine Kierulf: Norwegian Judge and Lawyer, currently working on a Phd-thesis on free speech-related legislation.

“I do not agree with what you have to say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” Voltaire

Freedom of speech is one of the most important aspects of western democracy. However, it is far from a conditional right and in a global world it must be exercised with regard to the respect of others. Whatever said may offend someone else. Does that imply that people should give up their right to say it? What is the link between peacebuilding and freedom of speech, and to what extent is the latter a source for violation?

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