Democracy in Practice Series: How Incivility in the Public Sphere Threatens Democracy (FON1-E38)
Available Session
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December 02, 2024
Virtual
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm (ET)
English, with interpretation in French
learningevents-evenementsdapprentissage@csps-efpc.gc.ca
Overview
Delivery method
Online
Duration
1.5 hours
Audience
All public servants at all levels
Description
Incivility in public discourse poses risks to our shared democratic values and processes, and even more so to citizens’ trust in government. Increasing threats, hostility in political culture and harassment of politicians has resulted in resignations at all levels, while social media is further polarizing users and isolating them from diverse viewpoints.
This event will explore the key factors that are contributing to a rise of hostility and incivility in public discourse, how this rise affects citizens’ trust in government, and what the federal government can do to counter these trends.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges of communicating and engaging with the public in person and online across today's information landscape, and gain insights on how to better navigate these challenges.
Learn more about the Democracy in Practice Series.
Speakers
- Heidi J.S. Tworek, Canada Research Chair and Director, Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions, University of British Columbia
- Shelley Boulianne, Professor, University of Southampton
- Sabreena Delhon, Chief Executive Officer, Samara Centre for Democracy
Moderator
- Fraser Valentine, Faculty Member and Senior Advisor, Canada School of Public Service
