Date & Time:  February 5, 17:00-19:00
Venue: Alexander College Theatre
Keynote Speaker: Prof Justyna Żylińska , Rector of Helena Chodkowska University of Technology and Economics, Poland

The event will also be streamed live online.
Language of the event: English

The topic

How hate crimes are defined in the Penal Code, where hate speech comes from (stereotypes, prejudice, fear of otherness), and how poor intercultural communication can escalate conflicts or even lead to hate-motivated offences. How intercultural communication helps prevent this type of crime by building empathy, understanding, and better dialogue. The status and rights of victims in hate-crime proceedings.

Opening Address:
Professor Metanios Halabi, President, Alexander College

Keynote Speaker:
Professor Justyna Żylińska , Rector of Helena Chodkowska University of Technology and Economics, Poland and Mrs. Emilia Suchodolska-Gąsiorowska, Director of Internationalisation Department

Attendance is free. All attendees will be awarded with a certificate of attendance.