Following the success of two initial FSU Arts Forums, one in London and the other in Glasgow, we invite artists, performers, writers, curators, architects, designers and others involved in the […]
Join us for an in-person event in central London, or online if you prefer, to explore the lines between freedom of speech and the right to protest. Most of us […]
How do we stop disinformation and misinformation being weaponised to suppress dissent? So-called disinformation and misinformation have been singled out by many governments, institutions, charities and commercial businesses as a […]
Return of Blasphemy Laws? Balancing Tolerance and Free Speech - Join Emma Webb, Rakib Ehsan, Stephen Evans, and Ben Jones for an insightful panel discussion exploring the resurgence of de facto blasphemy laws, the balance between tolerance for diverse beliefs and the right to ridicule or criticise religion, and defending free speech against Islamism and institutional censure. Engage with our expert panelists, followed by an audience Q&A session. In partnership with Common Sense Society UK.
We are delighted to announce that at our next meeting, Professor Kathleen Stock and Rosie Kay will lead a discussion on what freedom of expression means for the Arts.
Although now well-known for her public engagement with debates pertaining to gender identity, Professor Stock forged her academic career through work on aesthetics and the artistic imagination in literature, music and the visual arts. As well as publishing numerous articles and chapters, she is the author of the book Only Imagine: Fiction, interpretation, and imagination (Oxford University Press, 2017). Professor Stock will be in conversation with the award-winning choreographer Rosie Kay. Rosie is currently preparing to tour with her show 5 Soldiers.
In his provocative new book, Cancelled: The Left Way Back from Woke, political scientist Professor Umut Özkirimli describes how the Left has been sucked into a spiral of toxic hatred […]
FSU Edinburgh Speakeasy Thirty Days of Hate Crime Law Wednesday 1st May The Counting House, 34 West Nicolson St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9DD. Panel debate 7.30pm - 9.30pm, (doors open […]
After the Cass Review: Lessons for Free Speech from the Tavistock and Beyond Tuesday 9th July, 7.30pm until 9pm, followed by a drinks reception. IN-PERSON tickets: The Council Chamber, Hallam […]
FREE SPEECH AFTER THE RIOTS Wednesday 4th September, 7.30pm ONLINE: Link will be provided to FSU members in exclusive emails. The shocking murders of three young girls and injuring of […]
Why Free Speech Matters Now More than Ever A Free Speech Union Belfast Speakeasy DATE: Friday 20th September, 2024 TIME: Doors and bar open 6.30pm. Panel with Q & A, […]
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