Event
Elections, Media Regulation, and New Technologies
Recent ECtHR Judgments on the Freedom of Expression
| Organizer | ERA |
|---|---|
| Link | Seminar Website |
| Contact | Mareike Hoffmann |
Objective
This online seminar will provide participants with a comprehensive insight into the recent jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) on the impact of Art. 10 ECHR on elections and its interaction with new technologies.
The focus is on the key judgments of 2023, where the ECtHR discussed the exercise of free speech by politicians and activists as well as the role and responsibilities of the media in public discourse. In addition to judgments on the essence of the freedom of expression, special attention is paid to media regulation and the impact of new technologies on the freedom of expression.
Key topics
- Freedom of expression in politics and elections
- New technologies and their impact on the freedom of expression
- Freedom of speech and public participation (journalists, activists, whistleblowers)
- Media regulation v. freedom of expression
Who should attend?
Lawyers in private practice, judges, prosecutors, state agents, legal staff of national administrations, international organisations and NGOs.
Interactive Online Conference
Interact instantly and directly with top-class speakers online, enabling one to ask questions and take part in the discussion with attendees from other countries and professions. There will be technical support available during the course.
Details on the program, fee and registration can be found on the seminar website.