Danger of Words Conference | Let’s Combat Hate Speech Together

Hate speech is more than just words—it’s a global challenge that affects all of us.

Are you ready to stand up, speak out, and make a change?
Join us at the “Danger of Words” Conference, where we’ll explore how hate speech impacts society and how young voices like yours can lead the fight for change.

Why you should come?

  •  Thought-provoking panels featuring experts and changemakers.
  •  Interactive workshops to learn practical tools to combat hate speech.
  • A chance to connect with like-minded young people who care about social justice.
  • Open discussions in English—perfect for an international crowd!

Who is this for?

Students and young people in Budapest who care about building a better, more inclusive world.

Date

January 23rd, 2025

Venue

Benczùr Hotel, Budapest

Conference Programme

𝟵:𝟬𝟬  𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝟵:𝟯𝟬  𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
 Welcome speech introducing the U4EU 2.0 project.
𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬  𝗞𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗮
Balint Jósa, Director of UNITED, will discuss the societal impact of hate speech, highlighting how it divides communities and undermines social cohesion.
𝟭𝟭:𝟭𝟱 – 𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬  𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝘁
Hear from experts sharing different approaches in contrasting hate speech and disinformation. Panelists:

 *Dóra Laborczi: Journalist and Lutheran theologian exploring the intersection of religion and politics.

 *Anna Szilágyi: Media researcher, Words Break Bones project expert.

 *István Gégény: Theologian and editorial director of Szemlélek magazine, a critic of political Christianity.

 *Marcell Lőrincz: Media analyst specializing in migration narratives
12:𝟯𝟬 – 𝟭𝟯.𝟯𝟬  𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸
𝟭𝟯.𝟯𝟬-𝟭𝟰.𝟰𝟱 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗰𝗵
 Speakers presenting impactful projects:

 *Peter Kovacs: Safenet project

 *Tyagi Pallava: Documentary insights

 *Tuqa Kamal: Ways of Europe initiative

 *Csonka Sándor: Anthropolis Egyesület (https://report-hate.org/hu/)
𝟭𝟱.𝟬𝟬-𝟭𝟲.𝟬𝟬 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻
Participants engage, share experiences, ask questions, and explore actionable solutions

Check the Event page to know more about the conference and Register here to secure your spot:
✨ Join us for a day of learning, dialogue, and action against hate speech! ✨
Let’s come together to create a world where words bring people together—not tear them apart. 🌈 See you there!
Hosted by United for Intercultural Action, as part of the U4EU 2.0 Project.