‘War on Words’ Conference (International Press Institute)


	‘War on Words’ Conference (International Press Institute)

sahara

10-21-2009 8:45 AM

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For complete program of events, go here, http://www.freemedia.at/events/war-on-words-programme/

Session 1
“September 11, Combating Terrorism, and the Erosion of Civil Liberties”

Session 2
“Tortured Logic – How Has the Media Reported on Terrorism and Torture?”

Session 3
“The Watchdog Role of the Media in the Fight against Terrorism"

Session 4
“Shouting Fire in a Crowded Theatre: Incitement, Freedom of Expression and Religious Tolerance”

Session 5
In the final session, participants discussed the draft “Vienna Declaration on Terrorism, Media and the Law” (final document will be available soon).

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10-21-2009 10:37 AM

Kelika

Fascinating - I had no idea this conference existed. Thanks for the clip.

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